Quinoa Salad with grilled chicken
Fuel your body with this vibrant Quinoa Salad featuring juicy grilled chicken! It's packed with lean protein, complex carbs, and fresh veggies, making it perfect for muscle building and a healthy lifestyle. Simple to prepare, incredibly satisfying, and bursting with flavor.
Preparation
1
Rinse quinoa under cold water. Combine 1 cup quinoa with 2 cups water in a pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes, or until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.
2
While quinoa cooks, season chicken breasts with salt and black pepper. Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Grill chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, or until cooked through and no longer pink inside. Let rest for a few minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
3
Wash and chop all vegetables: dice cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, dice bell pepper, and finely chop red onion and fresh parsley.
4
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, a pinch of salt, and a pinch of black pepper to create the dressing.
5
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chopped vegetables, and sliced grilled chicken. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
6
Serve immediately or chill for later. Enjoy!
Nutrational Values per serving
136
kcal
9g
protein
14g
carbs
5g
fat