Quinoa, Kale and Pomegranate Salad

This Quinoa, Kale and Pomegranate Salad recipe has a great mix of flavors with the sweetness of pomegranate, spiciness of Sriracha and is nutrient dense.

Serves: 2

Ingredients:

Quinoa – 1/2 cup
Water – 1 cup
Salt – 1/2 teaspoon

Pomegranate Seeds – 1/2 cup
Fresh Kale, finely chopped – 2 cups
Pecans/Walnuts – 1/2 cup
Mozzarella Cheese, shredded – 1/4 cup

For dressing:

Olive Oil – 2 teaspoons
Balsamic Vinegar – 1 teaspoon
Garlic Clove – 1
Sriracha (Hot Chili) Sauce – 2 teaspoons
Salt – 1/2 teaspoon

Method:

1. Wash quinoa thoroughly in water.
2. Bring water to rolling boil.
3. Add 1/2 teaspoon salt and quinoa to boiling water. Set the flame to low, cook covered for about 15 minutes until all the water is absorbed. Gently fluff it up using a fork. Set aside to cool down.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together all the ingredients for dressings.
5. In a mixing bowl, take cooked quinoa, chopped kale, pomegranate seeds and pecans.Toss well.
6. Now pour the prepared dressing and toss until well mixed.
7. Garnish with shredded mozzarella.
8. Serve.