Kale and tuna salad with black-eyed peas and quinoa
A tasty autumn salad, high in protein and packed with nutrients.
Ingredients
For the salad
- 2 cups kale stems removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 can smoked tuna in oil strained
- ½ cup black-eyed peas cooked
- ½ cup quinoa cooked
- ½ avocado sliced
For the salad dressing
- 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Prepare the kale
- Remove the stems and cut the leaves into bite-sized pieces with your hands.
- Place the leaves in a bowl and add olive oil, salt and lemon juice.
- Mix them together so that the leaves are well coated.
- Massage the leaves with your hands to tenderize them.
Prepare the salad.
- Place the prepared kale in a salad bowl and add the rest of the ingredients. Stir slightly.
- Mix the dressing ingredients, pour over the salad and serve.