YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas
Chilled Mediterranean salad featuring tender chicken and nutty quinoa tossed with crisp cucumbers and zesty lemon dressing for a refreshing lunch.
INGREDIENTS
5 oz cooked chicken breast
0.25 cup cooked quinoa
0.25 cup canned chickpeas
0.5 cup cucumber
0.25 cup cherry tomatoes
1 tbsp red onion
1 tbsp feta cheese
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
0.25 tsp dried oregano
0.13 tsp sea salt
0.13 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp fresh parsley
PREPARATION
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cooked chicken breast, cooked quinoa, and rinsed chickpeas.
Add the diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and finely minced red onion to the bowl.
Pour the lemon dressing over the salad components and toss thoroughly to ensure every ingredient is evenly coated.
Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped fresh parsley to maintain their texture.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the bright flavors to meld together.