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Refresh Your Day with a Mediterranean Chicken Power Salad

Bring a burst of sunshine to your plate with this Vibrant Mediterranean Chicken Power Salad! A colorful medley of grilled chicken, fresh veggies, and zesty feta, it’s a protein-packed meal that’s as delicious as it is visually appealing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups cooked quinoa
  • 2 medium chicken breasts about 1 lb
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1/2 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup kalamata olives pitted and sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions and set aside to cool.
  2. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and oregano, then grill until cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
  4. Add the sliced grilled chicken, feta cheese, and olives to the bowl, mixing gently to combine.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and red wine vinegar to create the dressing.
  6. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss lightly until everything is evenly coated.
  7. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste, then serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for a cooler dish.

Notes

Enjoy this salad fresh or let it sit in the fridge for 30 minutes for the flavors to deepen. For reheating leftovers, a quick toss in a pan will warm everything without sacrificing texture.