Vegan Lemon-Garlic Mediterranean Quinoa (Salad OR Warm)

Ingredients:

  • 1 ½ cups of uncooked quinoa

  • 6 cups of vegetable broth

  • 1 ½ cups of thinly sliced Kale leaves, packed

  • ⅛ cup of extra virgin olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic pressed

  • 1 (15-ounce) can of white beans

  • 2 roma tomatoes diced

  • ½ cup of kalamata olives sliced

  • 2-3 Tablespoons of fresh lemon juice

  • Sea salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions:

  • In a small stockpot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add quinoa and boil for 14 minutes, adding sliced kale during the last 5 minutes. Drain well in a fine-mesh strainer and transfer to a large bowl.

  • In a small saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Once hot, add garlic and cook, stirring frequently for 1 minute. Pour this over the warm quinoa and mix well.

  • Add remaining ingredients and toss to combine. Serve hot.