Mediterranean Quinoa Chicken Salad
A vibrant salad featuring fluffy quinoa, savory chicken, and crisp vegetables, capturing the essence of Mediterranean flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Gluten-Free, High-Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 pound cooked chicken, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove its natural coating, called saponin. In a saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed. Allow the quinoa to cool.
- Combine the cooled quinoa, diced chicken, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, sliced Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are well-coated.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time. Enjoy with grilled vegetables or pita bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg