Healthy Quinoa Salad Recipe
created by
Allyson T. Jan. 5, 2025
“Today I got a power bowl from my favorite restaurant it has chicken lettuce avocado a boiled egg cauliflower peppers chipotle ranch and 37 g of protein. I really enjoyed it and it was filling. I plan on grocery shopping tomorrow so that I can make quinoa salads.”
Coach Erin
“That salad looks delicious! Its fantastic to see you taking the first step towards your weekly goal. Your power bowl is packed with lean proteins and fiber-rich foods like avocado and cauliflower. As you plan your grocery shopping remember to stock up on ingredients for your quinoa salads. Its a great way to ensure youre getting a variety of nutrients throughout the week. Keep finding joy in your meals as you continue on this journey!”
Instructions
1.
1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness.
2.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water or broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
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3. While quinoa cooks, steam cauliflower florets until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
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4. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, diced chicken, mixed lettuce, avocado, boiled eggs, steamed cauliflower, and diced peppers.
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5. Drizzle with chipotle ranch dressing and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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6. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days.
Ingredients
1.
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2.
2 cups water or low-sodium chicken broth
3.
1 cup cooked chicken breast, diced
4.
2 cups mixed lettuce (e.g., romaine, spinach)
5.
1 avocado, sliced
6.
2 boiled eggs, halved
7.
1 cup cauliflower florets, steamed
8.
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
9.
1 green bell pepper, diced
10.
1 red bell pepper, diced
11.
1 cup edamame, shelled
12.
2 tablespoons chipotle ranch dressing (low-fat or homemade)
13.
Salt and pepper to taste
Nutrition
calories
450
fat
18
saturates
3
carbohydrates
45
fibres
10
sugar
3
addedSugar
0
protein
37
Healthy Quinoa Salad Recipe
My Rating
Allyson T.Author
"Today I got a power bowl from my favorite restaurant it has chicken lettuce avocado a boiled egg cauliflower peppers chipotle ranch and 37 g of protein. I really enjoyed it and it was filling. I plan on grocery shopping tomorrow so that I can make quinoa salads."
Coach Erin
"That salad looks delicious! Its fantastic to see you taking the first step towards your weekly goal. Your power bowl is packed with lean proteins and fiber-rich foods like avocado and cauliflower. As you plan your grocery shopping remember to stock up on ingredients for your quinoa salads. Its a great way to ensure youre getting a variety of nutrients throughout the week. Keep finding joy in your meals as you continue on this journey!"