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healthy saint patricks day food

Healthy Saint Patrick’s Day Food: 5 Vibrant Salad Ideas


  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A nutritious twist on traditional St. Patrick’s Day dishes, focusing on healthy ingredients.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups kale, chopped
  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1/2 cup green peas
  • 1 avocado, diced
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions and let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine kale, peas, avocado, and cooked quinoa.
  3. Add olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  4. Top with pumpkin seeds and feta cheese.
  5. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

  • Feel free to add other green vegetables.
  • This salad can be made a day in advance.
  • Adjust dressing to taste.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Irish-inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 5g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg

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