5packed cups kale leavesthick stem removed and chopped
1⅓cupscooked quinoa
½cuppomegranate seeds
Sea salt
Black pepper
For the dressing
⅓cupextra virgin olive oil
⅓cupbalsamic vinegar
1lemonzested and juiced
1½Tablespoonsmaple syrup
1½teaspoonsground coriander seeds
Sea salt
Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
Arrange hazelnuts on a baking sheet in a single layer and bake at 350°F until fragrant and golden, for 8-10 minutes. Let cool and set aside.
In a bowl, toss pear with 1 tablespoon of oil, fennel seeds, and a pinch of salt. Arrange them in a single layer on a half side of a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
In another bowl, toss chickpeas with the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil, coriander seeds, paprika, cayenne pepper, a pinch of salt, and a dash of pepper. Arrange them in a single layer on the other side of the baking sheet beside the pear. Bake both at 350°F for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool.
In a clean jar, combine oil, vinegar, lemon zest and juice, maple syrup, and coriander seeds. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Secure the lid and shake well to combine.
In a large bowl, place kale and drizzle about ⅓ of the dressing over it. Use your hands to massage the kale to soften. Add quinoa, pear, chickpeas, hazelnuts, and pomegranate seeds, and drizzle another ⅓ of the dressing. Toss to coat thoroughly. Taste and add more dressing and salt to your taste if necessary.
Notes
Please note that the nutritional information provided is just an estimate and accuracy is not guaranteed.