Citrus Chicken Quinoa Salad

Name: Citrus Chicken Quinoa Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 and 1/2 cups (260g) cooked quinoa (around 1/2 cup dry); 2 Tablespoons (30ml) extra virgin olive oil; 1.25 pounds (565g) boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 cups (140g) shredded red/purple cabbage; 2 large oranges, peeled and segmented; 1 avocado, sliced or cubed; optional: 1/4 cup (40g) crumbled feta cheese; optional: 2 Tablespoons (20g) pepitas (pumpkin seeds); optional: greens for serving, such as spinach or arugula; 1/4 cup (60g/ml) fresh lime juice; 1/4 cup (7g) chopped fresh cilantro; 1 Tablespoon fresh orange juice; 1 Tablespoon honey; 1 Tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard; salt + pepper, to taste

Instructions

Prep:20minCook:20min

A hearty, healthy salad recipe with creamy avocado, nutty quinoa, chicken, fresh cilantro, and lots of bright citrus flavors. The perfect light dinner or make-ahead lunch!

Updated at: Sun, 17 May 2026 00:10:06 GMT