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Jennifer Aniston Salad

Jennifer Aniston Salad: Refreshing Protein-Packed Delight

Enjoy the vibrant and healthy Jennifer Aniston Salad, a delightful mix of quinoa, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, perfect for a nutritious meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 medium red onion soaked in cold water to soften flavor
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa can substitute with bulgur wheat
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 2 mini cucumbers diced, substitute with regular cucumber if needed
  • 1 cup fresh mint chopped, substitute with fresh basil if needed
  • 1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped, flat-leaf recommended
  • 1/4 cup toasted pistachios can substitute with walnuts or pecans
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese crumbled, can omit for vegan version
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey omit for vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • measuring cup
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Soak the diced red onion in a bowl of cold water for 5 minutes, then drain.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine quinoa, chickpeas, cucumbers, mint, parsley, pistachios, and feta.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and gently toss until evenly coated.
  5. Let the salad sit for a few minutes before serving, adding pistachios just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, pistachios separately to maintain crunch.

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