Quinoa Salad With Chicken: A Delicious Boost of Protein and Flavor
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This Quinoa Salad With Chicken, Almonds and Avocado is a scrumptious dish packed with protein and flavor.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Healthy
- Diet: Gluten-Free
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 pound cooked chicken breast, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup almonds, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a pot, add quinoa and water; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
- Fluff quinoa with a fork and let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chicken, avocado, almonds, bell pepper, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider marinating the chicken before cooking.
- Serve with a side of your favorite protein for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg