Quinoa and Roasted Portobello Mushroom and Kale Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing

Baking sheet/tray; Fine mesh strainer; Medium saucepan; Large bowl

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Mediterranean

Quinoa, Portobello Mushroom, Kale, Lemon Tahini Dressing

lunch, dinner

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1 cup quinoa

2 portobello mushrooms, sliced into strips

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 teaspoon garlic powder

Salt and pepper to taste

2 cups kale leaves, chopped into small pieces For the Lemon Tahini Dressing:

¼ cup tahini paste

Juice of 1 lemon

2 tablespoons olive oil

2 tablespoons water

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Rinse the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer until the water runs clear. Place the quinoa in a medium saucepan with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil over high heat then reduce heat to low and simmer for 15 minutes or until all the water is absorbed. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork. Set aside to cool slightly.

Place the sliced mushrooms on the prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Drizzle with olive oil then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly then spread out in an even layer again. Bake for 15 minutes or until golden brown and crispy on the edges.

In a large bowl combine cooked quinoa, roasted mushrooms, kale leaves, and lemon tahini dressing ingredients (tahini paste, lemon juice, olive oil, water). Toss gently to combine everything together evenly then season with salt and pepper if desired. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Calories – 478 kcal; Protein – 16 g; Fat – 28 g; Carbohydrates – 41 g; Fiber – 8 g; Sodium – 690 mg

This delicious quinoa salad is packed full of protein-rich ingredients like portobello mushrooms and kale that are roasted to perfection before being tossed together with cooked quinoa in a zesty lemon tahini dressing! It’s easy to make in just 25 minutes using simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand!

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