Quinoa Chicken Salad | Low Calorie High Protein Meal for Sustainable Weight Loss | Flavor Quotient

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: canned chicken

Canned chicken is convenient and often less expensive.

tofu

🥗Healthier: tempeh

💰Cheaper: canned chickpeas

Canned chickpeas provide protein and are budget-friendly.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: goat cheese

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Ricotta is less expensive and still creamy.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is a more economical choice.

Rinse quinoa under cold water until water runs clear.

Cook quinoa in boiling water until tender, about 15 minutes.

Drain quinoa and let it cool to room temperature.

Grill chicken until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side; let rest and slice.

In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa and sliced chicken.

Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

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