CHICKEN & QUINOA SALAD

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This salad is high in protein and simple to make. I use chicken that has been grilled, but any leftover chicken would work. I might also try it with some baked tofu in place of the chicken.

Provided by Chandra M

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups water or 2 cups vegetable broth
1 1/3 cups quinoa, rinsed well and drained
1 cup slivered almonds
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cups chicken breasts, cooked and shredded (about 2 medium breasts)
1 1/2 cups grapes, quartered
sea salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water and a pinch of salt to a boil in a medium saucepan.
  • Add the quinoa, stir, cover, reduce heat to simmer for 15 minutes or until all water is absorbed.
  • Remove from heat & remove lid to cool.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, toast the almonds until light brown.
  • In a large bowl, mix the oil, vinegar, salt & pepper.
  • Stir in the quinoa to coat.
  • Add the chicken and grapes and toss to combine.
  • Serve sprinkled with the toasted almonds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.3, Fat 15.8, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 5.3, Carbohydrate 35, Fiber 5.2, Sugar 6.5, Protein 9.4

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