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Servings: 4 people

Quinoa and Kale Salad with Tahini Lemon Sauce

By Heather
Both the quinoa + mung beans bring the protein into your meal, the dried cranberries offer a touch of sweetness, and the kale gets you your delicious, nutrient packed greens. 
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 1 hour 5 minutes
Total: 1 hour 20 minutes
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Ingredients 

  • 1/4 cup dried mung beans
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • sea salt
  • pepper
  • 2 tsp olive oil
  • 5 large leaves of kale, stems removed and chopped
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1 clove of garlic
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries

Instructions 

  • Add the mung beans to a small pot and cover with 3-4 inches of water.  Bring to a soft boil and allow the beans to cook until soft – about 20-30 minutes.  Season with sea salt and drain the beans once done.
  • In another pot, add 2 cups of water, the quinoa and a pinch of sea salt.  Bring to a soft boil and allow the cook for 20 minutes, stirring every so often.  Once the water is absorbed, turn the heat off and allow the quinoa to sit for 5-10 minutes.  Fluff with a fork.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the olive oil, kale and onion.  Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring every couple minutes.  The onions and kale should be soft and beginning to brown. Add the garlic in and season with sea salt and pepper.  After 1 minute, stir the drained mung beans, quinoa and dried cranberries in.
  • Divide onto 4 plates, and top with tahini lemon sauce.
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