Jennifer Aniston Salad
Inspired by the favorite salad of actress Jennifer Aniston, this refreshing and nutritious salad combines protein-rich ingredients with a tangy dressing. Perfect as a meal or a side, it's quick to prepare and packed with flavor.
Equipment
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 whisk or fork
- 1 cutting board
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 serving plates
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa Approximately 170 grams.
- 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed Approximately 240 grams.
- 1 cup cucumber, diced Approximately 150 grams.
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Approximately 150 grams.
- ½ cup red onion, finely chopped Approximately 75 grams.
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped Approximately 15 grams.
- 1 unit avocado, diced Approximately 200 grams.
- 1 unit lemon juice Juice of 1 lemon (approximately 2 tablespoons or 30 ml).
- 3 tablespoons olive oil Approximately 45 ml.
- to taste unit salt
- to taste unit pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the quinoa according to package instructions, then let it cool completely.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Gently fold in the diced avocado, being careful not to mash it.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Notes
This salad can be made ahead of time for meal prep and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Feel free to substitute other vegetables based on your preference, such as bell peppers or spinach.
For added protein, consider adding feta cheese or grilled chicken.