Kale buds, also called kale raab or kale florets, taste delicious and can be found at farmer's markets. They make a wonderful addition to quinoa or other grain salads. If you have kale flowers, add them as garnish for an extra pretty salad.
Provided by nch
Categories Kale Salad
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat olive olive in a skillet over medium-low heat. Add leek and cook, stirring often, until leek has softened without browning, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Add kale buds and lemon zest. Cook and stir until kale buds are wilted and just starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Do not let them brown. Mix in lemon juice and remove from heat. Allow to cool.
- In a bowl toss quinoa, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Mix in leek and kale buds; toss to combine. Garnish with kale flowers. Serve right away or refrigerate until ready to serve. Let come to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 274.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Fat 15.3 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 8.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 83.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
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