This recipe is a frequent request by my husband, and quite frankly, one of the best quinoa recipes I have ever tried. No dry earthy taste here! This little salad is packed with loads of flavor. I truly hope you enjoy it has much as we do :)
Ingredients
1 C. Parsley
1 C. Cilantro
2 C. Broccoli Crowns
1 C. Red Onion
1/2 C. diced Kalamata Olives
1 C. cherry tomatoes - halved
4 C. quinoa
2 Chicken Breasts cut into 1 inch cubes
1 tsp greek seasoning
1 C. Vinaigrette Dressing
Feta Cheese
Vinaigrette Dressing
1 C. EVOO
1 C. Apple Cider Vinegar
Juice of 2 Large lemons
1 T. minced garlic
1/2 tsp Dry mustard
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp salt
Preparation
- Cook quinoa as directed.
- Mix all ingredients from vinaigrette dressing together and set aside.
- Saute chicken cubes until cooked thoroughly and set aside. Let cool before adding to ingredients.
- While Chicken is cooking, place broccoli florets in a bowel with 2 T. of water. Place bowl in microwave and team for 45 seconds. Let broccoli cool before adding to ingredients.
- Place all ingredients in a large mixing bowl and toss together.
- Add 1 C. of vinaigrette dressing to the bowl and toss until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle feta cheese on individual salads and Enjoy!