Kale Salad with Quinoa and Cranberries

Name: Kale Salad with Quinoa and Cranberries
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean, Canadian
Ingredients: 1 large garlic clove (grated or finely minced); 1 small shallot (minced); Juice of 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon pure maple syrup; Kosher salt to taste; Freshly ground black pepper to taste; 1 bunch lacinato kale (center ribs removed, leaves finely chopped); ¼ cup sliced almonds; 1 cup cooked quinoa; ¼ cup dried cranberries; 2 tablespoons grated or shaved Parmesan cheese

Instructions

Prep:15minCook:5min

This hearty, fall Kale Salad with Quinoa and Cranberries is made even better by massaging the kale which helps break down the tough cell structure and gives the raw kale a softer texture and gentler flavor.

Updated at: Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:38:24 GMT