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Mediterranean Quinoa & Chickpea Salad with Grilled Chicken
A vibrant, flavorful, and high-protein salad featuring quinoa, chickpeas, grilled chicken, and fresh vegetables.
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Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time20 mins
Total Time40 mins
Servings4
Calories480 kcal
📝 Ingredients
👩🍳 Instructions
1
Cook quinoa: Combine rinsed quinoa with water/broth in a saucepan. Bring to boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and cool.
2
Grill chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 6-8 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Rest 5 minutes, then dice.
3
Prepare dressing: Whisk together lemon juice, 1/4 cup olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
4
Assemble salad: In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, diced chicken, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, chickpeas, feta (if using), parsley, and mint. Pour dressing over and toss gently to combine.
5
Portion into meal prep containers and refrigerate.
💡 Notes
Store in airtight containers for up to 4 days. For best flavor, dress just before serving if possible, or pack dressing separately. Can be made vegetarian by omitting chicken and feta, adding more chickpeas or lentils.
