Lebanese Quinoa Chicken Salad

Lebanese Quinoa Chicken Salad

This protein-packed quinoa salad is filled with tender chunks of Lebanese Shish Tawook Chicken, crisp veggies and fresh herbs then tossed with lemon and olive oil.

Course Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine Lebanese, middle eastern

Diet Gluten Free

Keyword lebanese quinoa, quinoa chicken salad, quinoa salad

Prep Time 15 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 35 minutes

Servings

Calories 238kcal

Author Liz DellaCroce

Ingredients

2 cups cooked quinoa or grain of choice such as brown rice, farro, spelt, etc.
2 cups cooked Lebanese Shish Tawook Chicken or any cooked protein such as rotisserie chicken or pork tenderloin
½ cup diced red pepper
½ cup diced carrots diced
½ cup minced scallions
½ cup minced parsley
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
¼ cup lemon juice about one lemon
1 clove garlic grated
salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare quinoa according to package instructions and place in a large bowl.
Add cooked Lebanese Shish Tawook Chicken or any cooked protein to the bowl. Stir in all remaining ingredients and toss well. Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly.

Notes

Can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

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