Description
A refreshing and nutritious salad packed with fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or vibrant side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups chopped romaine lettuce
- 2 cups chopped kale (ribs removed)
- 1 cup cooked quinoa, cooled
- 1/2 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped bell pepper (any color)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup toasted sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- For the Lemon-Tahini Dressing:
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1–2 tablespoons water
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- 1. Prepare the Greens: Wash and thoroughly dry the romaine lettuce and kale. Chop the romaine into bite-sized pieces. For the kale, remove the tough ribs and chop the leaves finely. Place both in a large salad bowl.
- 2. Add the Veggies and Grains: Add the cooled cooked quinoa, chopped cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, and chopped bell pepper to the bowl with the greens.
- 3. Incorporate Fresh Herbs: Stir in the chopped fresh parsley and chopped fresh mint leaves.
- 4. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, combine tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Whisk or shake until combined. Gradually add water until desired consistency is reached.
- 5. Assemble the Salad: Pour about half of the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently. Add more dressing as needed.
- 6. Add Toppings: Sprinkle with toasted sunflower seeds and feta cheese (if using).
Notes
Store undressed salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Store dressing separately in an airtight container for up to 5-7 days. Do not freeze.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Assembly
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Approx. 350-400 (depending on feta)
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g