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Chicken and Avocado Quinoa Salad: A Healthy and Flavorful Meal


  • Author: Hannah

Ingredients

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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water or chicken broth
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 ripe avocado, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cucumber, diced
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

For the Dressing:
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste


Instructions

  • Cook the Quinoa: Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water (or chicken broth) and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 15 minutes, or until the liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender. Fluff with a fork and set aside to cool.

  • Cook the Chicken: While the quinoa is cooking, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with cumin, salt, and pepper. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove from heat, let rest for a few minutes, then slice into strips or cubes.

  • Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lime juice, apple cider vinegar, honey, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  • Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, sliced chicken, avocado, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and cilantro.

  • Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

 

  • Top with crumbled feta cheese, if desired, and serve immediately.