Healthy, Light & Flavorful Recipe for Dinner
Need a fresh, nutritious recipe for dinner? This Greek chicken and quinoa salad combines grilled chicken, crisp veggies, herbs, and creamy feta—all tossed in a tangy lemon-oregano vinaigrette. It’s satisfying, protein-packed, and perfect for summer evenings or meal prepping.
Ingredients (Serves 4):
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 cups water or chicken broth
- 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- For the dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook quinoa: In a saucepan, bring quinoa and broth to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and fluff with a fork.
- Make dressing: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt & pepper in a small bowl.
- Assemble salad: In a serving bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chicken, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, olives, parsley, and feta.
- Toss: Drizzle the lemon-oregano dressing and toss well to combine.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately or chill for an easy meal-prep option that shines as a refreshing summer dinner recipe.
Why You’ll Love It:
This salad is light yet filling, full of fresh Mediterranean flavors, and easy to prep ahead. It’s a clean, colorful, and balanced recipe for dinner your whole family will love.