High-Protein Chicken and Quinoa Salad on a plate

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High-Protein Chicken and Quinoa Salad

This high-protein chicken and quinoa salad is a filling lunch with lean protein, fiber-rich quinoa, and a light lemon vinaigrette, ready in about 20 minutes.

15Prep min
5Cook min
20Total min
  • 2 cupscooked shredded or diced chicken breast
  • 2 cupscooked quinoa
  • 1cucumber, diced
  • 1 cupcherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cupcrumbled feta cheese
  • 3 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 2 tablespoonslemon juice
  • to taste salt, black pepper, dried oregano
  1. 1In a large bowl, combine the chicken, quinoa, cucumber, and tomatoes.
  2. 2Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and oregano.
  3. 3Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  4. 4Sprinkle with feta cheese and serve immediately, or chill for later.

Make it yours

  • Add chickpeas for extra protein and fiber.
  • Swap feta for grilled halloumi.
  • Use rotisserie chicken for a shortcut.

Good with

  • Warm pita bread
  • A dollop of hummus
  • Extra lemon wedges

Good questions, answered.

Can I meal prep this salad?

Yes, it keeps well in the fridge for up to 4 days; store the dressing separately if making more than a day ahead.

How much protein is in one serving?

Roughly 34 grams per serving from the chicken, quinoa, and feta combined.