A refreshing and healthy grilled chicken dish served with a vibrant quinoa salad, packed with vegetables and herbs.

Ingredients

• 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)

Method

1. In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Add the chicken breasts to the marinade and coat well. Let marinate for at least 15 min.
3. While the chicken is marinating, bring water or vegetable broth to a boil in a medium saucepan.
4. Add quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 min or until liquid is absorbed.
5. Once the quinoa is cooked, fluff with a fork and add diced cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese (if using). Mix well.
6. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium-high heat.
7. Grill the marinated chicken for about 6-7 min on each side or until fully cooked.
8. Serve the grilled chicken on a bed of quinoa salad.

Notes

• You can substitute the vegetables in the quinoa salad based on preference.
• Make sure to adjust the seasoning as per taste.