Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Power Salad

🥘 Ingredients

• 100g boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 1/2 cup quinoa
• 1 cup mixed greens (lettuce, spinach, arugula)
• 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cucumber, sliced
• 1/4 red bell pepper, sliced
• 2 tablespoons feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1
   Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 1 cup of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until water is absorbed. Remove from heat and let it cool.
2. 2
   Season the chicken breast with salt and pepper. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a grill pan over medium heat. Grill the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice.
3. 3
   In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red bell pepper.
4. 4
   Add the cooled quinoa and sliced chicken to the vegetables.
5. 5
   In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
6. 6
   Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
7. 7
   Sprinkle feta cheese on top before serving.

📊 Nutritional Information

• Calories: ~500 kcal
• Protein: 35g
• Carbohydrates: 45g
• Fat: 20g
• Fiber: 8g

💡 Cooking Tips

• Prepare the quinoa in advance to save time during meal prep.
• Let the grilled chicken rest before slicing to retain its juices.
• Customize the salad by adding your favorite vegetables or swapping feta for another cheese.