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Lemon-Herb Chicken & Quinoa Salad

Lemon-Herb Chicken & Quinoa Salad

A vibrant and nutritious salad featuring grilled chicken, fluffy quinoa, and fresh vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon-herb dressing. This dish is packed with lean protein, fiber, and essential vitamins, making it a delicious and healthy meal option.

15 min1 servingmediterraneansalad
mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 4 oz chicken breast
  • 2 tbsp basil
  • 1 tbsp oregano
  • 1 tbsp chives
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 0.5 cup cucumber
  • 0.5 cup bell pepper
  • 2 cups spinach
  • 0.25 cup carrot
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 0.25 tsp sea salt
  • 0.125 tsp peppers
  • 0.25 tsp oregano
  • 0.125 tsp turmeric

Instructions

  1. 1Gently combine baby spinach, cucumber, bell pepper, shredded carrot, and cooked quinoa in a large bowl.
  2. 2Slice the pre-grilled chicken breast and add it to the salad.
  3. 3In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, chopped basil, chopped oregano, chopped chives, sea salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and turmeric.
  4. 4Pour the lemon-herb dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
  5. 5Serve immediately.

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