KALE APPLE AND QUINOA SALAD ENJOY DAN:

                 KALE APPLE AND QUINOA SALAD by CHEF DAN:

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup quinoa

6 cups kale, chopped, remove thick ribs, before chopping

2-apples, cored and chopped

1 cup walnuts, toasted

1/2-cup dried cranberries

1/2-cup goat cheese

A pinch of red pepper flakes

DRESSING:

3-tablespoons olive oil

1/4-cup lemon juice

2-tablespoon pure maple syrup

1-1/2-teaspoon Dijon mustard

Salt to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1.   Cook quinoa according to package directions.

2.   Whisk together all dressing ingredients in a bowl or Mason jar.

3.   Add chopped kale to a salad bowl.

4.   Then pour 3/4-dressing over the kale; toss until kale is evenly coasted.

5.   Cover and chill for 15-20 minutes.

6.   Remove salad from the frig, add apples, quinoa, toasted walnuts and cranberries.

7.   Pour remaining dressing over the salad and toss.

8.   Add goat cheese and toss lightly.

ENJOY DAN:                                         EAT WELL LAUGH AND STAY STRONG!!