Say “good-bye” to the sad desk salad, say “hello” to this gorgeous, satisfying, Quinoa Chicken Salad in a mason jar.
This simple recipe is a snap to meal prep, so you’ll have four awesome desk salads for the week in no time.
Ingredients
3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp. raw honey (or pure maple syrup)
1 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. olive oil extra virgin
2 cups cooked quinoa
4 cups sliced cucumbers
4 cups halved cherry tomatoes
3 cups grilled chicken breast boneless, skinless, sliced
1/2 cup crumbled 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.
