Quinoa Chicken Salad

Packed full of nutritious ingredients, this quinoa chicken salad by Food Fanatic makes a quick and easy side or main dish that can be served hot or cold. Protein-packed quinoa and chicken contribute to a whopping 27 grams of protein in a single serving! Cut down on prep time by using leftover chicken or store-bought rotisserie chicken.



Ingredients for servings

    Quinoa Chicken Salad

  • 2 cup cooked quinoa certified gluten-free if necessary

  • 1 can black beans drained and rinsed (certified gluten-free if necessary)

  • 1 can corn drained and rinsed (certified gluten-free if necessary)

  • 0.5 medium red onion chopped

  • 0.5 medium red bell pepper chopped

  • 1 cup cooked chicken diced

  • 0.25 cup fresh parsley

  • 0.33333333333 cup prepared vinaigrette dressing

Directions

  • Place the quinoa in a large bowl, and add the black beans, corn, onion, pepper, chicken and parsley.

  • Pour the vinaigrette over the salad, and stir to combine well.

  • Garnish with more parsley before serving, if desired.

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