Mediterranean Quinoa Salad Delight
Ingredients List
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2 cups water
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2 cubes chicken bouillon
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1 clove garlic, smashed
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1 cup uncooked quinoa
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2 large cooked chicken breasts - cut into bite size pieces (Optional)
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1 large red onion, diced
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1 large green bell pepper, diced
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½ cup chopped kalamata olives
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½ cup crumbled feta cheese
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¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
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¼ cup chopped fresh chives
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½ teaspoon salt
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⅔ cup fresh lemon juice
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1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
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¼ cup olive oil
Instructions
In a saucepan, bring water, bouillon cubes, and garlic to a boil. Stir in the quinoa, then lower the heat to medium-low. Cover and let it simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and all the water is absorbed. Remove the garlic clove and transfer the cooked quinoa to a large mixing bowl.
Combine chicken, onions, bell peppers, olives, feta, parsley, chives, and salt with quinoa. Drizzle with lemon juice, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil, then toss everything together until well combined. Serve warm or chill for a refreshing cold dish.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
| 278 | Calories |
| 14g | Fat |
| 20g | Carbs |
| 18g | Protein |
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Servings Per Recipe 8 | |
| Calories 278 | |
| % Daily Value * | |
| Total Fat 14g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat 3g | 16% |
| Cholesterol 45mg | 15% |
| Sodium 713mg | 31% |
| Total Carbohydrate 20g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber 2g | 9% |
| Total Sugars 3g | |
| Protein 18g | 37% |
| Vitamin C 31mg | 34% |
| Calcium 83mg | 6% |
| Iron 2mg | 11% |
| Potassium 346mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.
Evaluation :
5/5