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A delicious plate of High-Protein Quinoa Salad

High-Protein Quinoa Salad

A nutritious and filling salad packed with protein, perfect for a healthy lunch or dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 400 g cooked quinoa
  • 225 g cooked shredded chicken
  • 150 g chopped cucumber
  • 425 g chickpeas drained
  • 15 g chopped fresh parsley
  • 10 g fresh mint chopped
  • 75 g diced red onion
  • 75 g crumbled feta
  • 75 g shelled pistachios
  • 80 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 30 ml lemon juice
  • 5 tsp dijon mustard
  • 5 tsp maple syrup
  • 2.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp pepper

Method
 

  1. In a bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, maple syrup, salt, and pepper until smooth.
  2. In a large bowl, combine all salad ingredients: quinoa, shredded chicken, cucumber, chickpeas, parsley, mint, red onion, feta, and pistachios.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine thoroughly.
  4. Adjust with additional salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for a quick and healthy meal throughout the week.