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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.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 238 kcal
Course:
Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine:
Mediterranean
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.
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Notes
- Can be stored in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Calories
238kcal
(12%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
10g
(15%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Cholesterol
50mg
(17%)
Sodium
596mg
(25%)
Potassium
228mg
(7%)
Fiber
3g
(12%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
2675IU
(54%)
Vitamin C
30mg
(33%)
Calcium
27mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 238
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 238kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 50mg | 17% |
| Sodium | 596mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 228mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 2675IU | 54% |
| Vitamin C | 30mg | 33% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.