Chicken Caprese Quinoa Salad

August 16, 2017

This hearty, healthy Chicken Caprese Quinoa Salad is filled with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil! To make this easy salad more filling, shredded chicken is added!

For the Salad
1 C uncooked quinoa, cooked according to package instructions
2 C cooked, shredded chicken (rotisserie chicken works well)
1 C cherry tomatoes, halved
8 oz mini fresh mozzarella balls
¼ C fresh basil leaves, torn
¼ C red onion, chopped
For the Dressing
¼ C olive oil
3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
3 garlic cloves, minced
salt and pepper to taste (start at ½ tsp salt and ¼ tsp black pepper)

Place quinoa in a large bowl. In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the dressing until well-combined. Pour over quinoa and stir until quinoa is completely covered. Stir in shredded chicken,...
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Nutritions

Calories
272

Sodium
173mg
7% DV

Fat
15g
24% DV

Protein
7g
15% DV

Carbs
24g
8% DV

Fiber
3g
14% DV

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