Power Bowl · White Page #63
Nutrient-Dense · Plant-Forward

Kale &
Quinoa
Salad

Massaged kale, fluffy quinoa, roasted chickpeas, and a tahini lemon dressing that ties it all together. This bowl means business.

30
Min Total
4
Servings
Vegan
Diet
GF
Gluten Free
⚡ High Protein
380
Calories
per serving
18g
Protein
complete amino acids
42g
Carbs
complex & slow
14g
Fat
mostly unsaturated
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Ingredients

The Base
Kale leaves, stems removed200g
White quinoa, rinsed180g dry
Chickpeas, canned & drained400g tin
The Toppings
Cherry tomatoes, halved1 cup
Cucumber, diced½ medium
Red onion, thinly sliced¼
Avocado, cubed1 large
Pumpkin seeds3 tbsp
Dried cranberries2 tbsp
Roasted Chickpea Spice
Smoked paprika1 tsp
Cumin1 tsp
Garlic powder½ tsp
Olive oil1 tbsp
How To Build It

Method

Step 01
Cook the Quinoa

Rinse quinoa thoroughly. Cook in 2:1 water-to-quinoa ratio for 15 minutes until water absorbs. Fluff with a fork and allow to cool completely — warm quinoa will wilt the kale.

Step 02
Roast the Chickpeas

Dry chickpeas thoroughly (critical for crunch). Toss with olive oil, paprika, cumin, and garlic. Roast at 200°C for 25–30 minutes until crispy and golden. Cool before using.

Step 03
Massage the Kale

Drizzle kale with 1 tsp olive oil and a pinch of salt. Massage firmly with your hands for 2–3 minutes until the leaves darken, soften, and become tender and sweet.

Step 04
Build & Dress

Layer kale, then quinoa, then vegetables. Top with roasted chickpeas, avocado, seeds, and cranberries. Drizzle with tahini lemon dressing right before serving.

The Star of the Show

Tahini Lemon Dressing

3 tbsp Tahini
2 tbsp Lemon juice
1 clove Garlic
1 tbsp Maple syrup
2 tbsp Warm water
Salt & pepper

Whisk all ingredients together until smooth and pourable. Add warm water gradually to reach a drizzleable consistency. Taste and adjust lemon and maple to balance.