Comments on: Mexican(ish) Kale & Quinoa Salad

By: Patty

Patty — Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:17:31 +0000

Another yummy salad! I used lemon juice for the dressing because I didn’t have limes and I added a pinch of red pepper flakes. I also used 1 Serrano chili (because I didn’t have a Jalapeno). I think this would be even better with lime juice and will definitely be making this again. Hubby liked this too!

By: Cookie and Kate

Cookie and Kate — Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:06:55 +0000

In reply to Allison Redepenning. Hi Allison, I'm glad you enjoyed it! I hope to write another cookbook some day, but currently I'm focusing on the website and my family.

By: Fabiola

Fabiola — Wed, 25 Feb 2026 20:45:24 +0000

I have found cotija at Trader Joe’s on 119th. Call ahead.

By: Allison Redepenning

Allison Redepenning — Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:35:22 +0000

LOVED this salad!!!! And it was really easy to make. I added cucumber and avocado and doubled the cilantro (because we like it a lot). Really enjoyed the dressing. I will be adding this to your cookbook. Are you considering putting out a new one? Yours is my most used cookbook on the shelf and is always a gift for a new bride or friend trying to up their healthy food game. So glad you are putting out new recipes.

By: Lana

Lana — Sun, 22 Feb 2026 01:00:37 +0000

This is amazing for work lunches. I used a mix of green, purple, and red Russian kale; doubled the beans and used Flor de Junio (Rancho Gordo Bean Club member and need to use them up); omitted cilantro; added a red bell pepper; and added a tiny bit of chili powder to dressing. I packed in mason jars with dressing and cojita on the side. Thank you for making my dreary work days a bit brighter!

By: Dawn

Dawn — Sun, 03 Aug 2025 02:50:19 +0000

I’ve made this salad a million times. It is the best salad in the world. I’ve being following you for years and love all of your recipes. Thanks for being there!

By: Sunny Walker

Sunny Walker — Wed, 15 Jan 2025 15:47:17 +0000

delicious and versatile. i subbed a fresh ear of corn for the black beans and added some sweet red pepper. it was a hit and everyone asked for the recipe. so so good

By: Kate

Kate — Sat, 30 Jul 2022 00:04:32 +0000

In reply to Kiki. Great to hear, Kiki!

By: Katie

Katie — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 18:17:53 +0000

Once again another amazing recipe from you!! Made a few adjustments based on what I had on hand and still delicious!

By: Kiki

Kiki — Sun, 24 Jul 2022 18:01:00 +0000

That mexican -kale -quinoa salad is fantastic. I’ve made it several times. By the way, it freezes as well. One just has to add some lime juice.
Thank you for that recipe.