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Pump up your salad with this version that features kale and quinoa! Kale comes packed with nutrients our bodies need to stay healthy, and quinoa has loads of plant-based protein. Topped with this savory hemp Caesar dressing and you’ve got a perfect lunch.

Salad

• ½ teaspoon olive oil
• 
1/3 cup quinoa
• 2/3 cup water
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 bunch kale, washed
• ½ lemon
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• A pinch of Kosher salt

Instructions:

1. Rinse the quinoa. Boxed quinoa is usually pre-rinsed, but be on the safe side and give the quinoa a quick rinse using a fine-mesh strainer. Rub the quinoa with your hands and drain.
2. In a saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the drained quinoa and toast for about 2 minutes, stirring constantly to ensure it does not burn.
3. Add the water and salt to the saucepan and bring to a rolling boil. Stir to incorporate all ingredients.
4. Once boiling, lower the heat to a low-medium setting and cover. Cook for about 15 minutes.
5. While the quinoa cooks, remove the stems from the kale and thinly slice it. Toss the kale into a bowl.
6. Juice the lemon into the bowl and add the salt and olive oil. Using your hands, massage the kale for 2-3 minutes until it becomes soften and slightly wilted.

Hemp Seed Caesar Dressing:

• ½ cup hemp seeds
• 
½ cup water
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• â…› cup capers
• 1-2 cloves garlic
• A pinch of salt
• A pinch of pepper

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in blender until smooth. Keep chilled in fridge until ready to use!