Chicken Quinoa and Strawberry Salad
Discover the vibrant and refreshing Chicken Quinoa and Strawberry Salad, a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will elevate your meal. This nutritious salad features protein-rich chicken, fiber-packed quinoa, and sweet strawberries, complemented by creamy goat cheese and healthy fats from avocado. Ideal for lunch or dinner, this salad is not only easy to prepare in just 15 minutes but is also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Whether you’re hosting a gathering or seeking a wholesome meal prep option, this salad is sure to impress with its delightful combination of fresh ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 3 ounces arugula or mixed greens
- ¾ lb cooked chicken (shredded)
- 1 cup crumbled goat cheese
- ½ cup pickled red onions
- 1 lb strawberries (hulled and sliced)
- 1 avocado (chunked)
- ¼ cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup strawberry poppyseed dressing
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package directions; let cool. In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa with arugula.
- Assemble the salad by adding shredded chicken, goat cheese, pickled red onions, strawberries, avocado, and almonds.
- Drizzle with strawberry poppyseed dressing just before serving and toss gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg