Description
This vibrant and protein-packed salad is Jennifer Aniston’s go-to meal, known for its fresh ingredients and satisfying flavors. It’s a perfect blend of quinoa, chickpeas, fresh herbs, and crunchy pistachios, making it ideal for meal prep or a nutritious lunch
Ingredients
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1 cup cooked quinoa (from ½ cup dry)
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1 large cucumber, diced
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1½ cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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½ red onion, finely chopped
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½ cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
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½ cup fresh mint, finely chopped
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50g plant-based feta (or regular feta)
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2 tbsp pistachios, roughly chopped
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1 tsp sea salt flakes
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
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In a large serving bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, diced cucumber, chickpeas, red onion, parsley, mint, feta, and pistachios.
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Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
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Season with sea salt flakes.
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Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
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Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
Notes
For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese.
To make it nut-free, substitute pistachios with sunflower seeds or roasted pumpkin seeds.
This salad is great for meal prep and can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes (for quinoa)
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Jennifer Aniston Salad, Quinoa Salad, Chickpea Salad, Healthy Lunch