{"id":1042,"date":"2025-12-18T02:16:43","date_gmt":"2025-12-18T03:16:43","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/?p=1042"},"modified":"2026-04-07T13:02:06","modified_gmt":"2026-04-07T13:02:06","slug":"winter-kale-and-quinoa-salad","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/2025\/12\/18\/winter-kale-and-quinoa-salad\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"700\" height=\"948\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"webfeedsFeaturedVisual wp-post-image lazyload\" alt=\"\" style=\"margin: auto;margin-bottom: 5px;max-width: 100%\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-55-700x948-1.jpg\"><\/p>\n<p><em>This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!<\/em><\/p>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!\" class=\"wp-image-31933 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-5.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p>You are going to love this vibrant and cozy <strong>Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad<\/strong>! In the winter months I crave meals that feel fresh and nourishing while still being hearty enough to feel satisfied. This kale salad checks ALL the boxes and works perfectly as a light lunch, a wholesome side dish or a stunning addition to your holiday table. This salad is dressed in a delicious honey dijon vinaigrette that tastes amazing with all the other flavors! <\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You\u2019ll Love This<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nutritious and filling<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 loaded with fiber, plant-based protein, healthy fats and antioxidants for the perfect nourishing salad that is hearty, healthy and filling. We love a meal size salad!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Customizable<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 you can easily make this salad all your own by choosing your own grains, adding in more protein, or switching up the nuts, cheese and fruit.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Perfect for meal prep<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 prep the components of this salad ahead of time to enjoy all week. Kale holds up well to dressings making this salad great for meal prep and leftovers taste even better the next day!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Great holiday salad<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 while this salad works great for lunches or an easy side dish for dinner, we also love adding this salad to our holiday table as the vibrant colors look amazing and is always a hit with family!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!\" class=\"wp-image-31934 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-1.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients You\u2019ll Need<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>kale<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 gives this salad structure and crunch while adding an earthy, nutrient-dense base. Just make sure to remove the tough stems first. You could also use spinach, arugula or other leafy greens.<\/li>\n<li><strong>quinoa\u00a0<\/strong>\u2013 a hearty, protein-packed base for this salad with a light, fluffy texture that balances out all the other textures. A great source of fiber and essential nutrients that help keep you full and satisfied.<\/li>\n<li><strong>dried cranberries<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 adds a touch of sweetness and chewiness that balances the savory elements of the salad. You could also use dried cherries, golden raisins or chopped dates.<\/li>\n<li><strong>pomegranate seeds<\/strong> \u2013 these pom seeds add bright pops of sweetness, a juicy crunch and vibrant color that makes these the star of the salad!<\/li>\n<li><strong>walnuts<\/strong> \u2013 these add a rich, buttery crunch, healthy fats and a subtle nutty flavor. You could also use pecans, almonds or even make my <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/candied-maple-walnuts\/\">candied maple walnuts<\/a>. <\/li>\n<li><strong>goat cheese<\/strong> \u2013 adds a creamy, tanginess that really balances out the earthy kale and nutty quinoa. You could also use crumbled feta cheese, shaved parmesan cheese, or blue cheese.<\/li>\n<li><strong>dressing<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 a combination of olive oil, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup) and salt. Simple yet delicious!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!\" class=\"wp-image-31935 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-2.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!\" class=\"wp-image-31936 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-3.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Make Kale and Quinoa Salad<\/h2>\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Cook the quinoa.<\/strong>\u00a0Using a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/EYqS1\">mesh strainer<\/a>, thoroughly rinse the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/02jL4\">quinoa<\/a>. Add a 1\/2 cup of water to a small saucepan and add rinsed quinoa. Bring to a boil over medium heat, cover, and reduce heat. Let quinoa simmer for about 13 minutes. <\/li>\n<li><strong>Let quinoa cool.\u00a0<\/strong>Remove from heat, keeping quinoa covered. Allow quinoa to sit for about 5 minutes then fluff with a fork. Set aside until ready to assemble salad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Make the dressing.<\/strong>\u00a0In a small bowl or jar, whisk together\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/olivoil\">olive oil<\/a>, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper until emulsified.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Prepare the kale.\u00a0<\/strong>Place chopped kale leaves in a large bowl and drizzle with about half of the dressing. Massage the kale with your hands or tongs for 1 to 2 minutes, until it softens and darkens in color.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Assemble salad.<\/strong>\u00a0Add in the quinoa, crumbled cheese, pomegranate seeds, dried cranberries, walnuts and the rest of the dressing, tossing until evenly coated. Season with additional salt and pepper, as needed, and enjoy!<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class=\"block-tip cwp-inner has-background has-quaternary-background-color\">\n<p>Any time I make quinoa, I like to boil it in chicken broth or vegetable broth as this adds SO much extra flavor.\u00a0It is such a simple thing you can do that will really make a difference in the taste!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!\" class=\"wp-image-31937 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-6.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips for Making this Salad<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Massage the kale<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 this step is worth it as it softens the leaves, improves the texture, and breaks down the kale to reduce the bitterness of the salad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Don\u2019t overcook quinoa<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 you want fluffy quinoa, not mushy. Once the water is absorbed, remove it from heat.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Let quinoa cool slightly<\/strong> \u2013 warm quinoa can wilt the kale and melt the cheese too quickly so let it cool to room temperature before mixing so the salad maintains its texture and freshness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add cheese at the end<\/strong> \u2013 if using goat cheese or feta, fold it in gently right before serving. This keeps the cheese creamy and prevents it from disappearing into the salad.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Let rest before serving<\/strong> \u2013 allow the salad to sit for 10 to 15 minutes after tossing to give  the salad time to soak up all that delicious flavor. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!\" class=\"wp-image-31938 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-7.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Customize this Salad<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Add roasted vegetables<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 for some additional heartiness and nutrition, try adding in roasted sweet potatoes, butternut squash, brussels sprouts or cauliflower.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Boost of protein<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 for some added protein, feel free to add in some cooked chicken, shrimp, salmon or steak. You could also add plant-based protein such as black beans, lentils or crispy chickpeas.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Variety of whole grains<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 if you are not a fan of quinoa, feel free to substitute with\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/perfect-instant-pot-brown-rice\/\">brown rice<\/a>, wild rice, farro or couscous.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Switch up the greens<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 you can easily swap out the fresh kale for baby spinach, arugula or mixed greens.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Play with the crunch<\/strong> \u2013 add extra texture with walnuts, pecans, almonds, sunflower seeds or even <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/candied-maple-walnuts\/\">candied nuts<\/a> for some added sweetness.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Add seasonal fruit <\/strong>\u2013 instead of the pomegranate seeds, try mixing in sliced apples, pears, dried cherries or some citrus like oranges or mandarins.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1799\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" alt=\"This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!\" class=\"wp-image-31939 lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-4.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta\">\n<div class=\"block-pinterest-cta__icon\"><\/div>\n<p class=\"block-pinterest-cta__title\">Pin this now to find it later<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/pinterest.com\/pin\/create\/button\/?url=https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/?p=23&amp;media=&amp;description=Contact\" title=\"Share on Pinterest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\" class=\"wp-element-button\" data-postid=\"23\" data-pin-do=\"none\" data-social-network=\"Pinterest\" data-social-action=\"Pin\" data-social-target=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/?p=23\">Pin It<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta\">\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta__icon\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"block-instagram-cta__content\">\n<p class=\"block-instagram-cta__title\">Follow on Instagram<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><a class=\"wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/eaturselfskinny\/\">Follow<\/a><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Prepping and Storage Tips<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>To Prep<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 You can make the quinoa and dressing ahead of time and store them separately in sealed, airtight\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/q4Ci3\">containers<\/a>\u00a0for up to\u00a0<strong>5 days\u00a0<\/strong>in the fridge<strong>.<\/strong>\u00a0That\u2019s why this salad is so great for meal prep!<\/li>\n<li><strong>To Store<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Once the salad has been assembled, the leftover salad will last\u00a0<strong>2 to 3 days<\/strong>\u00a0stored in the refrigerator in a sealed, airtight\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/q4Ci3\">container<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Seasonal Salads<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/roasted-sweet-potato-quinoa-and-kale-salad\/\">Roasted Sweet Potato, Quinoa and Kale Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/pear-and-arugula-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pear and Arugula Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/fig-salad-with-roasted-butternut-squash\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fig Salad with Roasted Butternut Squash<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/fall-salad-with-maple-tahini-dressing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fall Salad with Maple Tahini Dressing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/wild-rice-chicken-salad\/\">Wild Rice Chicken Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/roasted-sweet-potato-quinoa-and-kale-salad\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Fall Brussels Sprouts Salad<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em>Hope you all enjoy this Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad! 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Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!\" data-src=\"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/winter-kale-salad-4-300x300-1.jpg\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.eatyourselfskinny.com\/wprm_print\/winter-kale-and-quinoa-salad\" style=\"color: #333333\" class=\"wprm-recipe-print wprm-recipe-link wprm-print-recipe-shortcode wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe-id=\"15238\" data-template=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-print-icon\"><\/span> Print<\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px\"><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wprm-recipe-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad<\/h2>\n<p>#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-full svg * { fill: #343434; }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-33 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2-33); }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-50 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2-50); }#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2 .wprm-rating-star.wprm-rating-star-66 svg * { fill: url(#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2-66); }linearGradient#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2-33 stop { stop-color: #343434; }linearGradient#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2-50 stop { stop-color: #343434; }linearGradient#wprm-recipe-user-rating-2-66 stop { stop-color: #343434; }<\/p>\n<div id=\"wprm-recipe-user-rating-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-rating wprm-recipe-rating-recipe-15238 wprm-user-rating wprm-user-rating-not-voted wprm-user-rating-allowed\" data-recipe=\"15238\" data-average=\"5\" data-count=\"8\" data-total=\"40\" data-user=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-rating-star wprm-rating-star-1 wprm-rating-star-full\" data-rating=\"1\" data-color=\"#343434\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Rate this recipe 1 out of 5 stars\" style=\"font-size: 1em\"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-rating-star wprm-rating-star-2 wprm-rating-star-full\" data-rating=\"2\" data-color=\"#343434\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Rate this recipe 2 out of 5 stars\" style=\"font-size: 1em\"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-rating-star wprm-rating-star-3 wprm-rating-star-full\" data-rating=\"3\" data-color=\"#343434\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Rate this recipe 3 out of 5 stars\" style=\"font-size: 1em\"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-rating-star wprm-rating-star-4 wprm-rating-star-full\" data-rating=\"4\" data-color=\"#343434\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Rate this recipe 4 out of 5 stars\" style=\"font-size: 1em\"><\/span><span class=\"wprm-rating-star wprm-rating-star-5 wprm-rating-star-full\" data-rating=\"5\" data-color=\"#343434\" role=\"button\" aria-label=\"Rate this recipe 5 out of 5 stars\" style=\"font-size: 1em\"><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\" style=\"height: 5px\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span><em>This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish!<\/em><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-tags-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-course-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-course-label\">Course <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-course wprm-block-text-normal\">Salad<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-cuisine-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-cuisine-label\">Cuisine <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-cuisine wprm-block-text-normal\">American<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-tag-container wprm-recipe-keyword-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-tag-label wprm-recipe-keyword-label\">Keyword <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-keyword wprm-block-text-normal\">Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-times-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">10<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-cook-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">15<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-normal\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-minutes\">25<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\"> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">minutes<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-servings-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-15238 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"15238\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">6<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-columns wprm-block-text-normal wprm-recipe-nutrition-container wprm-recipe-calories-container\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-bold wprm-recipe-nutrition-label wprm-recipe-calories-label\">Calories <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-nutrition-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-nutrition wprm-recipe-calories wprm-block-text-normal\">359<\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-nutrition-unit wprm-recipe-calories-unit wprm-block-text-normal\">kcal<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-15238-ingredients\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients-container wprm-recipe-ingredients-no-images wprm-recipe-15238-ingredients-container wprm-block-text-normal wprm-ingredient-style-regular wprm-recipe-images-before\" data-recipe=\"15238\" data-servings=\"6\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-ingredients-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Ingredients<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"0\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">uncooked quinoa<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">rinsed<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">6<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">chopped kale<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pomegranate seeds<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dried cranberries<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">walnuts<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">chopped<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">oz<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">crumbled goat cheese<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\">\n<h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">For the dressing:<\/h4>\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\">\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/3<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\"><a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/olivoil\" class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-link\">olive oil<\/a><\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">apple cider vinegar<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">Dijon mustard<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">Tbsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">honey<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: disc\" data-uid=\"12\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp <\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">black pepper<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-15238-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-15238-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"15238\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Instructions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\">\n<ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\">\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-15238-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Using a\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/EYqS1\">mesh strainer<\/a>, thoroughly rinse the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/02jL4\">quinoa<\/a>. Add a 1\/2 cup of water to a small saucepan and add rinsed quinoa. Bring to a boil over medium heat, cover, and reduce heat. Let quinoa simmer for about 13 minutes.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-15238-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Remove from heat, keeping quinoa covered. Allow quinoa to sit for about 5 minutes then fluff with a fork. Set aside until ready to assemble salad.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-15238-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>In a small bowl or jar, whisk together\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/urlgeni.us\/amzn\/olivoil\">olive oil<\/a>, apple cider vinegar, dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper until emulsified.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-15238-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Place chopped kale leaves in a large bowl and drizzle with about half of the dressing. Massage the kale with your hands or tongs for 1 to 2 minutes, until it softens and darkens in color.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li id=\"wprm-recipe-15238-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: decimal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\" style=\"margin-bottom: 5px\"><span>Add in the quinoa, crumbled cheese, pomegranate seeds, dried cranberries, walnuts and the rest of the dressing, tossing until evenly coated. Season with additional salt and pepper, as needed, and enjoy!<\/span><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"recipe-15238-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-bold wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\">Nutrition<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-serving_size\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Serving: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">\/6th of recipe<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">359<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">32.2<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">8.7<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">22.4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">5.9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">14.9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">234.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4.6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #777777\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: #777777\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">17.1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>This Winter Kale and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, wholesome salad that is bursting with flavor! Made with leafy kale, tender quinoa, juicy pomegranate seeds and crunchy walnuts all tossed together with a light dijon vinaigrette for the perfect holiday side dish! You are going to love this vibrant and cozy Winter Kale and Quinoa&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":1046,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":[],"categories":[13],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1042"}],"collection":[{"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1042"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1042\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1080,"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1042\/revisions\/1080"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1046"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1042"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1042"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"http:\/\/charcoalmaker.com\/index.php\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1042"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}