Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of the Viral Jennifer Aniston Salad, a vibrant mix that has taken social media by storm. This delightful dish combines fluffy quinoa, crunchy cucumbers, protein-packed chickpeas, and zesty herbs, all tossed together with a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for any occasion—whether as a nutritious lunch, light dinner, or energizing snack—this gluten-free salad is not only delicious but also loaded with essential nutrients. With its satisfying crunch from pistachios and creaminess from feta cheese, each bite promises to be a burst of flavor. Make it your go-to recipe for meal prep or impress guests at your next gathering with this colorful Mediterranean-inspired bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup pistachios
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- Fresh herbs (parsley, mint, dill)
- Dressing: olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, pistachios, feta cheese, and fresh herbs.
- In a mason jar or medium bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, honey/maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg