Discover a delicious addition to your healthy lifestyle with our Quick and Easy Quinoa Chicken Salad! Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, it’s the perfect choice for a nutritious meal. Try it today and experience a taste sensation that’s as good for you as it is delicious!
Courtesy: Food Fusion Recipe by Seema Hanif
Quinoa Chicken Salad: INGREDIENTS
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Olive oil | 2 tbsp |
| Olive oil (extra virgin) | 1 tbsp |
| Quinoa (rinsed) | 1 cup |
| Salt | 1 tsp or to taste |
| Black pepper (crushed) | 1 tsp |
| Dried oregano | 1 tsp |
| Cumin powder | ½ tsp |
| Paprika powder | 1 tsp |
| Lemon juice | 2 tbsp |
| Chicken (boneless cubes) | 250g |
| Yoghurt | 250g |
| Garlic (crushed) | 1 tsp |
| Fresh coriander (chopped) | 2 tbsp |
| Mint leaves (chopped) | 1 tbsp |
| Grated and squeezed cucumber | 1 |
| Mustard paste | ½ tbsp |
| Apple cider vinegar | 1 tbsp |
| Dried basil | ½ tsp |
| Cucumber (cubes) | 1 cup |
| Black olives (sliced) | ¼ cup |
| Tomatoes (cubes) | 3 medium |
| Onion (cubes) | 1 medium |
| Feta cheese (crumbled) | ¼ cup |
Cook Quinoa: Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water. In a pot, add the rinsed quinoa with 2 cups of water and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until quinoa is tender and water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
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Marinate Chicken: In a bowl, mix boneless chicken cubes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil (extra virgin), crushed garlic (1 tsp), lemon juice (2 tbs), cumin powder (½ tsp), paprika powder (1 tsp), dried oregano (1 tsp), salt (1 tsp or to taste), and crushed black pepper (1 tsp). Let it marinate for at least 15 minutes.
Cook Chicken: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until it’s browned and cooked through. Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
Prepare Dressing: In a separate bowl, mix together yogurt (250g), mustard paste (½ tbs), apple cider vinegar (1 tbs), dried basil (½ tsp), salt (to taste), and freshly ground black pepper (to taste). Adjust seasoning according to your preference.
Assemble Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, cooked chicken, chopped fresh coriander (2 tbs), chopped mint leaves (1 tbs), grated and squeezed cucumber (1), cubed cucumber (1 cup), sliced black olives (¼ cup), cubed tomatoes (3 medium), cubed onion (1 medium), crumbled feta cheese (¼ cup), and the prepared dressing. Gently toss everything together until well combined.
Serve: Transfer the Quinoa Chicken Salad to a serving dish. Garnish with some extra chopped fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy your nutritious and flavorful salad!
