Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Power Salad

🥘 Ingredients

• 150g boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 1 cup water or low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup mixed greens (spinach, arugula, kale)
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red bell pepper, sliced
• 1/4 avocado, sliced
• 2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lemon (juice and zest)
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water or chicken broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
2. 2
   Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and juices run clear. Let it rest for a few minutes before slicing.
3. 3
   In a large salad bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, and avocado.
4. 4
   Add the cooled quinoa and sliced grilled chicken to the salad.
5. 5
   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
6. 6
   Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
7. 7
   Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese and serve immediately.

📊 Nutritional Information

• Calories: 450 kcal
• Protein: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fat: 18g
• Fiber: 8g
• Sugar: 5g
• Sodium: 400mg

💡 Cooking Tips

• To save time, cook the quinoa and grill the chicken the night before and store them in the refrigerator.
• Feel free to customize the vegetables based on your preferences or seasonal availability.
• For an extra burst of flavor, add a sprinkle of fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
• Ensure the chicken is thoroughly cooked by using a meat thermometer; the internal temperature should reach 165°F (75°C).
• If you prefer a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with grilled tofu or chickpeas.