Radiant Skin Superfood Salad

Elevate your lunch game with this nutrient-packed Radiant Skin Superfood Salad. Bursting with vibrant colors and flavors, this plant-based powerhouse combines protein-rich quinoa and edamame with a rainbow of veggies, all topped with a creamy matcha-tahini dressing. It's not just a meal; it's a celebration of health in every bite. Perfect for those seeking a balanced, energizing dish that's as delicious as it is nutritious.

• 2 cups finely chopped kale, massaged with olive oil and lemon
• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 cup edamame, shelled
• 1 cup broccoli florets, chopped
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1 ripe avocado, sliced

• ⅓ cup toasted walnuts, roughly chopped
• ¼ cup sprouted sunflower seeds
• Optional: microgreens for extra nutrients

• 3 tbsp tahini
• 1 tsp high-grade matcha powder
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 small garlic clove
• 1 tbsp date paste 
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Water to thin as needed

1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions (typically 1:2 ratio quinoa to water). Let cool. 
2. Steam broccoli florets until bright green and tender-crisp (about 3-4 minutes).
3. Steam edamame until tender (about 4-5 minutes).
4. Finely chop kale, removing tough stems. Massage kale with a drizzle of olive oil and lemon juice for 2-3 minutes until tender. 
5. To toast the nuts, heat a dry skillet over medium heat. Toast walnuts for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until fragrant. Let cool before roughly chopping. 
6. To make the dressing, in a blender or food processor, combine tahini, matcha, olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. Blend until smooth. Add date paste and blend again. Season with salt and pepper. Gradually add water until desired consistency is reached. 
7. To assemble, layer quinoa as the base. Arrange kale and remaining vegetables in sections. Top with edamame and avocado slices. Sprinkle with toasted walnuts and sunflower seeds and add microgreens if using. 
8. Drizzle with dressing just before serving and enjoy. 
   

• Calories: 520
• Protein: 18g
• Carbohydrates: 42g
• - Fiber: 12g
• Healthy Fats: 35g

• Vitamin A: 180%
• Vitamin C: 160%
• Vitamin E: 85%
• Vitamin K: 290%
• Folate: 95%
• Iron: 25%
• Zinc: 20%
• Magnesium: 30%
• Calcium: 15%
• Potassium: 25%