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Top-down look at a bowl of quinoa and lentil salad with red pepper, tomato, cucumber, kale, and cilantro.

Costco Quinoa Salad (Copycat Recipe)

Make-ahead copycat Costco quinoa salad recipe with lentils, kale, and cilantro in a tangy lemon vinaigrette. Ready in 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 cups cooked cooled quinoa
  • 1 cup canned lentils rinsed and drained
  • 1 red pepper seeded and diced
  • 1 small tomato seeded and diced
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • 1 cup kale finely chopped
  • 2-3 tablespoons freshly chopped cilantro

Method
 

  1. Whisk dressing:

    In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, lemon juice, and sugar until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  2. Combine salad ingredients:

    Add quinoa, lentils, red pepper, tomato, cucumber, kale, and cilantro to the bowl. Toss to mix well. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

  3. Serve or chill:

    Serve at room temperature or refrigerate until ready to serve.