
Quinoa Chicken Salad in a Mason Jar
Portion-Control Containers: 2 Green 1 Red 1 Yellow ½ Blue1 tsp.
SERVINGS 4
Ingredients
- 3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp. honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp. mustard
- 1 Tbsp. olive oil extra virgin
- 2 cups quinoa
- 4 cups cucumber sliced
- 4 cups tomatoes halved
- 3 cups chicken breasts boneless, skinless, sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese
Instructions
- To make dressing, combine vinegar, lemon juice, and honey in a medium bowl; whisk to blend.
- Add mustard; mix well.
- Slowly add oil while whisking; mix well. Evenly divide dressing between 4 one-quart Mason jars. Set aside.
- Evenly layer quinoa, cucumbers, tomatoes, chicken, and cheese on top of dressing in jars.
- Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Shake before serving.
- Variation (Add 1 green container per serving): Add 4 cups fresh baby spinach.
Nutrition
Calories: 437kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 44gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 113mgSodium: 335mgPotassium: 979mgFiber: 5gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 927IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 163mgIron: 4mg
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