YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Lemon Herb Quinoa Salad with Crunchy Vegetables
A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring fluffy quinoa paired with tender grilled chicken, crisp cucumbers, sweet red bell pepper, and a hint of red onion. Brushed with a zesty lemon and olive oil dressing and tossed with fresh parsley and mint, this salad delivers both a satisfying crunch and a burst of herbaceous flavor.
INGREDIENTS
1 cup cooked Quinoa
3 oz grilled Chicken Breast
1/2 cup diced Cucumber
1/2 cup diced Red Bell Pepper
1/4 cup diced Red Onion
2 tbsp chopped Fresh Parsley
2 tbsp chopped Fresh Mint
2 tbsp Lemon Juice
1 tsp Olive Oil
PREPARATION
Prepare the quinoa according to package instructions if not already cooked; allow it to cool.
Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper and grill until fully cooked. Once cooled, dice into bite-sized cubes.
Dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion. Finely chop the parsley and mint.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced grilled chicken, and all the chopped vegetables and herbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to evenly distribute all the ingredients.
Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as desired, and serve chilled or at room temperature.