Lemon-Basil Chicken Quinoa Salad Cover

This gorgeous salad is perfect as a main course, or as a hearty side! Fabulous served warm or totally chilled, it can even be adapted for vegetarians.

So easy and incredibly delicious – it’ll quickly become a favorite at picnics and at dinner!

- uncooked quinoa - cherry tomatoes - chicken breasts - basil - spinach

Prepare quinoa according to package directions. After cooking, allow to cool, then fluff with a fork.

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In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, tomatoes, spinach, chicken, basil, walnuts, parmesan, and garlic. Stir to combine.

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In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, lemon zest, salt, and pepper. Pour over quinoa mixture and stir thoroughly to combine.

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You can simply omit the chicken completely, especially as the quinoa offers so much protein. Or, you can offer the diced chicken on the side, and diners can mix some in if they choose.

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