Quinoa, Honey Roasted Carrot and Kale Salad Recipe

Name: Quinoa, Honey Roasted Carrot and Kale Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 whole Carrots, Peeled And Diced Into 1/2 Inch Cubes; 1 Tablespoon Honey; 1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed; 2 cups Chicken Stock; 1 Tablespoon Olive Oil; 1 whole Shallot, Finely Chopped; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 3 Tablespoons Slivered Almonds; 1 head Kale (roughly 3-4 Large Handfuls); 1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice; Salt To Taste; 3 Tablespoons Parmesan, Grated

Servings: persons

2 whole Carrots, Peeled And Diced Into 1/2 Inch Cubes
1 Tablespoon Honey
1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed
2 cups Chicken Stock
1 Tablespoon Olive Oil
1 whole Shallot, Finely Chopped
2 cloves Garlic, Minced
3 Tablespoons Slivered Almonds
1 head Kale (roughly 3-4 Large Handfuls)
1 Tablespoon Lemon Juice
Salt To Taste
3 Tablespoons Parmesan, Grated

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First, preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place the carrots in a baking dish and drizzle over the honey.
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Roast for 30 minutes.
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Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, simmer the quinoa in the stock for approximately 10 minutes or until the stock has been fully absorbed.
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Once done, set aside.
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When the carrots have just 5 minutes left, melt the oil in a large saucepan over a medium heat.
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Add the shallots and garlic and stir for 2-3 minutes.
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Add the nuts and stir for another minute.
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Add the kale and stir gently; youll see it start to turn a lovely bright green.
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Sprinkle over the lemon juice, add a pinch of salt, and continue to stir for a few minutes as the kale wilts.
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By now the carrots should be ready, so mix them with the kale, and the quinoa too.
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Make sure its all well mixed.
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Divide between plates (or transfer to one big plate if sharing as a side dish) and top with Parmesan.

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 whole Carrots, Peeled And Diced Into 1/2 Inch Cubes, 1 Tablespoon Honey, 1 cup Quinoa, Rinsed, 2 cups Chicken Stock, and more.

Yes, Quinoa, Honey Roasted Carrot and Kale Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Quinoa, Honey Roasted Carrot and Kale Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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