Grilled Lemon Herb Chicken Quinoa (Print-Friendly Version)
Zesty chicken and lively quinoa salad with fresh veggies—quick, flavorful, and satisfying for any occasion.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Chicken and Marinade
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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1 teaspoon dried rosemary
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2 lemons
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
→ Quinoa Salad
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150 grams quinoa
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1 small red bell pepper, diced
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1/2 cucumber, diced
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2 spring onions, thinly sliced
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10 cherry tomatoes, halved
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2 tablespoons lemon juice
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Extra virgin olive oil
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Salt
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Freshly ground black pepper
# How to Prepare:
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Set the grill to medium-high heat to ensure an even cooking surface.
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Zest one lemon and juice both lemons into a small bowl. Reserve the zest and juice for the marinade.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, dried rosemary, salt, and freshly ground black pepper.
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Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish. Pour over the lemon zest, juice, and herb mixture. Turn to coat evenly and let marinate for 10 minutes.
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Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water. Cook according to package instructions or simmer in double its volume of water for about 12 minutes. Fluff with a fork once done.
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In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, sliced spring onions, cherry tomatoes, lemon juice, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper, and toss to mix.
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Place marinated chicken breasts onto the preheated grill. Cook for 6–8 minutes per side or until fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 75°C.
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Remove chicken from the grill and let rest for a few minutes before slicing thinly.
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Arrange the quinoa salad on serving plates and top with sliced grilled chicken. Garnish with additional chopped herbs if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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For enhanced flavour, marinate the chicken for up to 30 minutes if time allows.
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Always check that poultry is fully cooked by confirming it reaches an internal temperature of 75°C.
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The quinoa salad can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until serving.