The Healthiest Salad on Earth

Discover "The Healthiest Salad on Earth," a vibrant celebration of fresh, wholesome ingredients designed to bring flavor and nutrition to your plate. This nutrient-rich masterpiece combines tender kale, protein-packed quinoa, and a colorful medley of cherry tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrot, and red bell pepper, all topped with creamy avocado and juicy blueberries. Perfectly balanced with roasted almonds and hearty chickpeas, it’s drizzled with a tangy, homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey or maple syrup. Ideal for meal prep, a quick lunch, or a light dinner, this salad is a powerhouse of antioxidants, vitamins, and plant-based protein that’s as delicious as it is good for you. Prepare to savor every bite of this refreshing, guilt-free dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups kale (washed and stemmed)
• 1 cup quinoa (cooked and cooled)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup cucumber (diced)
• 1 medium avocado (chopped)
• 1 large carrot (shredded)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 cup blueberries
• 0.25 cup almonds (sliced, toasted)
• 1 cup chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan version)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

1. Begin by preparing your kale. Wash the leaves thoroughly, remove the tough stems, and tear the leaves into bite-sized pieces.

Step 2

2. Transfer the kale to a large salad bowl. Drizzle a teaspoon of olive oil over the leaves and massage the kale with your hands for about 2 minutes until it becomes tender and bright green.

Step 3

3. Add the cooked and cooled quinoa to the kale, spreading it evenly across the salad bowl.

Step 4

4. Toss in the cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped avocado, shredded carrot, diced red bell pepper, blueberries, and chickpeas.

Step 5

5. For the dressing, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until emulsified.

Step 6

6. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.

Step 7

7. Sprinkle the toasted sliced almonds on top for a nutty crunch.

Step 8

8. Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes for a refreshing, cold salad. Enjoy your nutrient-packed meal!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1662.7 grams (1662.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1724

Total Fat 91.30g	117%
Saturated Fat 11.30g	57%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1242mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 195.50g	71%
Dietary Fiber 52.40g	187%
Total Sugars 47.40g
Protein 54.90g	110%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 936mg	72%
Iron 18mg	99%
Potassium 4607mg	98%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 45.1%

Protein: 12.0%

Carbs: 42.9%