How long does it take to make Kohlrabi Microgreen and Quinoa Salad?
This recipe takes approximately 20 min total.
20 min
· Serves 2
· Updated February 21, 2026
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Kohlrabi microgreens are best added fresh as a finishing ingredient. This vibrant salad combines the crunch of kohlrabi microgreens with the nutty flavor of quinoa for a nutritious, refreshing meal.
This recipe takes approximately 20 min total.
Kohlrabi microgreens work best as a fresh finishing ingredient, adding color, texture, and a just-cut flavor that stands out right before serving.
1 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup kohlrabi microgreens
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cucumber, diced
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, kohlrabi microgreens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve immediately or chill for 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Kohlrabi microgreens have a mild, slightly sweet brassica flavor and are used as a versatile garnish and salad component. As a brassica crop, they share the general phytochemical research base of the family.
• Kohlrabi microgreens belong to the brassica family, which has been broadly studied for glucosinolate and vitamin content in microgreen form.
moderate evidence• Flavor and nutrient levels in kohlrabi microgreens vary by growing conditions and harvest stage.
strong evidence1. Assessment of Vitamin and Carotenoid Concentrations of Emerging Food Products: Edible Microgreens — Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, 2012
2. Microgreens: Production, Shelf Life, and Bioactive Components — Critical Reviews in Food Science and Nutrition, 2017