Energizing Green Fiber Boost Salad
4-6 servings
Servings 4 servings
Calories 300kcal
Ingredients
- avocado oil for roasting chickpeas and veggies 1 bunch lacinato kale, very thinly sliced and massaged in avocado oil 1 cup crumbled vegan feta 1 cup roasted chickpeas 1 lb roasted brussels sprouts 1 bunch roasted cauliflower florets 1/3 cup hemp hearts 1/3 cup green onions 2 cups cooked quinoa blender dressing: 1/3 cup vegan mayo 1/4 cup veggie broth (add more if needed) 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 teaspoon umami seasoning generous handful of cilantro sea salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- prepare the salad base: thinly slice the lacinato kale and massage it in avocado oil to enhance tenderness. crumble the vegan feta. roast the chickpeas with avocado oil until they are crispy (400 degrees about 15-20 minutes). roast brussels sprouts and cauliflower florets with avocado oil until golden brown and tender (400 degrees about 25 minutes). chop green onions.
- assemble the salad: in a large bowl, combine the massaged kale, crumbled vegan feta, roasted chickpeas, brussels sprouts, cauliflower florets, hemp hearts, green onions, and cooked quinoa.
- prepare the blender dressing: in a blender, combine vegan mayo, veggie broth, minced garlic, lemon juice, umami seasoning, and chopped cilantro. blend until smooth. season the dressing with sea salt and pepper to taste.
- combine and toss: pour the blended dressing over the salad mixture. gently toss the salad to ensure even coating of the dressing.