Chopped Kale Tabbouleh with Quinoa, Pomegranate Seeds and Almonds

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   Rinse the kale and add the leaves to a pot with 1/4 cup of water over medium heat.

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   Cover and cook until kale is tender but can still hold its shape, about 6 minutes.

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   Squeeze excess water from the kale, and transfer to cutting board.

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   Coarsely chop and set aside.

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   In a 1 1/2-quart saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil.

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   Add the crushed garlic cloves and cook until slightly browned, about 3 minutes.

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   Place the rinsed quinoa into the pan to toast with the garlic oil, about 2 minutes.

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   Add 2 cups of generously salted water to the pan and bring to a boil.

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   Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook until all water is absorbed, about 10-15 minutes.

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    Pick out the garlic cloves, and reserve on cutting board.

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    Drain the cooked quinoa in a sieve, discarding any of the excess cooking liquid.

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    Transfer to a bowl and let cool.

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    Meanwhile, roughly chop and mash the garlic cloves with a 1/2 teaspoon of salt into a fine paste, and set into desired serving bowl.

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    Add the lemon juice, remaining olive oil and salt to the bowl, whisk to combine.

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    Place the cooked quinoa into the bowl, and gently fold grains with the dressing until evenly coated.

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    Add the kale, parsley, scallions, pomegranate seeds and almonds to the quinoa, toss to combine.

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    Season the tabbouleh with salt and pepper and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.