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Summer is here, and that means it's BBQ season! Whether you're enjoying your next meal in your backyard, having a picnic at the park, or lounging at the pool, we’ve got the perfect side to all your favorite summer classics. Introducing our Vegan Baked Kale Salad with Crispy Quinoa. Hearty and filling, yet tangy and refreshing – it really is the best of both worlds. It’s sure to impress at any outdoor dinner party all season long!
The Recipe Card
You know what they say: suns out, buns out. At every summer gathering, we see hamburgers and hot dogs galore. But what about the sides? Nothing kills the party faster than a salad from a bag. Luckily, our kale quinoa salad brings the five star flavor without the hassle. All you’ve gotta do is toss the kale and quinoa into the oven, and whip up a quick dressing while it bakes. And just like that, you’ve got a crispy cruciferous treat, added protein from the quinoa, and drizzled in a sweet, yet acidic lemon vinaigrette dressing. Plus, our easy vegan salad wouldn’t be complete without our Unsweetened Plain Dairy-Free Yogurt Alternative, made from the same coconuts we use for our Organic Coconut Water. It adds the perfect tang that brings the homemade vinaigrette dressing to life.
What You'll Need
For the Kale Salad:
- 1 cup quinoa, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 bunch dinosaur kale, de-ribbed and finely chopped
- Olive oil
- Kosher salt
- ½ cup sliced almonds (also called flaked almonds)
For the Creamy Honey Lemon Vinaigrette:
- ½ cup Harmless Harvest Unsweetened Plain Dairy-Free Yogurt
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- ¼ tsp kosher salt, plus more as needed
- ¼ tsp black pepper, plus more as needed
- Pinch of garlic powder
How To Make It
- Move your oven rack to top, preheat oven to 450°F, and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Prep quinoa and kale.
- Add cooked quinoa to one baking sheet and kale to other baking sheet. Drizzle both quinoa and kale with olive oil and a generous sprinkle of salt. Massage kale until it’s decreased slightly in volume and toss quinoa until each grain is coated with olive oil.
- Bake kale and quinoa in preheated oven for 8 minutes on top rack, then remove kale (it should be crispy but still have some bite) and set aside on counter. Crank oven temperature up to 500°F and continue to cook quinoa for additional 10-15 minutes or until crispy and golden brown. Make sure to stir quinoa 2-3 times when it’s baking to ensure it cooks evenly. Highly recommend tasting quinoa each time you stir it, as it gets crispy fast, and you don’t want to overcook it.
- While quinoa bakes, make salad dressing. In a large glass, add in all vinaigrette ingredients using a whisk. Whisk until emulsified and creamy, about 1 minute. Adjust vinaigrette for salt.
- Add baked kale, quinoa, and almonds to a large serving bowl. Pour over a generous amount of dressing (depending on your preference) and toss to combine. Serve immediately!
Our Tried And True: The Dairy-Free Yogurt Alternative
We know when you hear “yogurt alternative” you might shudder a little bit. We’ve all tried a dairy free plain yogurt that’s too runny, too grainy, or just too bland. But our Dairy-Free Yogurt Alternative has all the taste and texture you crave from a classic yogurt, but made from hand-scooped young Nam Hom coconuts. That delightful tang and hint of sweetness is all from the coconut – no added sugars or flavors from us.
Along with being delicious, our unsweetened coconut yogurt is as versatile as it gets. Start your day off by scooping it onto some granola, swap out dairy products in your favorite savory recipes, or just enjoy it out of the tub with a drizzle of honey. There are a million and one ways to indulge, and every way is as good for the planet as it is for you. That’s because we only partner with organic farms in Thailand that use sustainable methods, plus a portion of every coconut purchase goes to supporting the community in Thailand. Treating yourself has never felt so good!
Treat Yourself x2
Looking for more ways to indulge? We’ve got you. On top of our classic vegan coconut yogurt, we also have a variety of flavors for you to choose from! There’s dairy-free vanilla for when you’re looking for some extra sweetness, tropical mango to get into the summer vibe, and strawberry to make your berry dreams come true. And if that’s not enough, try our Rich & Creamy Dairy-Free Yogurt. It’s all the deliciousness of our original coconut yogurt, but extra thick and velvety. The options are endless, but one thing remains true: with the tart tang and slight sweetness of the young Nam Hom coconut, you’ll always be satisfied!
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