Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken with Quinoa Salad
A flavorful and healthy grilled chicken paired with a fresh quinoa salad, perfect for a light lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
Protein
- 4 pieces boneless chicken breasts
- 2 lemons lemons (juice and zest) Use fresh lemons for best flavor
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- to taste none Salt and pepper
Grain
- 1 cup quinoa Rinse before cooking
- 2 cups water or vegetable broth Choose based on preference
Vegetables
- 1 piece cucumber diced
- 1 piece tomato diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Marinate chicken with lemon juice, zest, olive oil, garlic, thyme, oregano, salt, and pepper. Grill until cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side.
- Cook quinoa in water or broth until tender, about 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let cool slightly.
- Combine diced cucumber, tomato, and chopped parsley with cooked quinoa. Toss gently to combine.
- Slice grilled chicken and serve over the quinoa salad. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.
Notes
For extra flavor, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes before grilling.