Citrus Herb Chicken Salad

🥘 Ingredients

• 200g boneless chicken breast
• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 2 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, and kale)
• 1 small avocado, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt
• Pepper
• Fresh herbs (parsley and cilantro)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   Rinse quinoa and cook according to package instructions. Allow it to cool.
2. 2
   Season the chicken breast with salt, pepper, and a squeeze of lemon juice, then grill it over medium heat until fully cooked. Let it rest and slice thinly.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
4. 4
   Add the cooled quinoa and sliced chicken to the salad.
5. 5
   Drizzle olive oil and extra lemon juice over the mixture, and gently toss to combine.
6. 6
   Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and cilantro. Adjust salt and pepper to taste before serving.

📊 Nutritional Information

• Rich in vitamin C from lemon and tomatoes
• High in fiber from fresh vegetables and quinoa
• Contains antioxidants from fresh herbs
• Provides essential minerals like potassium and magnesium

💡 Cooking Tips

• Pre-cook a larger batch of quinoa to use in future meals.
• Grill chicken on medium heat to keep it juicy and tender.
• Toss the salad ingredients just before serving to maintain crunch.
• Adjust lemon and seasoning based on your taste preference.