Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 50 mins
8 to 10
Carrot, tomato & chicken quinoa salad
Enjoy a nutritious carrot, tomato, and chicken quinoa salad. Tender chicken, juicy tomatoes, and shredded carrots combined with fluffy quinoa create a hearty and flavorful salad. Tossed with your favorite dressing, it's a satisfying meal-in-a-bowl, perfect for lunch or a light dinner. Packed with protein and veggies, it's a healthy and delicious choice for any day of the week.
2 cups self-raising flour
1 tsp bicarbonate of soda
1⁄4 tsp salt
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup caster sugar
3⁄4 cup walnuts, roughly chopped
3 eggs, lightly beaten
1⁄2 cup grape seed, canola or light olive oil
1 cup grated carrot
1 cup grated zucchini, squeezed to remove juice
1⁄2 cup grated Granny Smith apple, squeezed to remove juice
Icing sugar, for dusting
STEP 1 Place quinoa in a sieve and rinse in cold water. Combine quinoa and 2 cups water in medium saucepan and bring to the boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water has been absorbed. Place quinoa into a large bowl. Set aside to cool slightly.
STEP 2 Meanwhile, shred chicken flesh, discarding skin and bones. Peel carrots. Using a julienne peeler or knife, shred carrots into long thin strips. Plunge carrots into a bowl of iced water. Stand for 5 minutes. Drain and pat dry carrots. Add chicken, carrots, tomatoes, green onions, mint, parsley and pistachios to quinoa. Toss to combine.
STEP 3 To make dressing, combine all ingredients in a bowl. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until well combined. Drizzle dressing over salad, gently toss and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutritional Facts
Carrots: High in beta-carotene and fiber.
Tomatoes: Rich in vitamin C and potassium.
Chicken: High in protein.
Quinoa: Provides complete protein and fiber.
Tips and Tricks
Opt for ripe, juicy tomatoes and tender chicken breast for a satisfying salad. Substitute quinoa with couscous or bulgur wheat for a different grain option.
