Description
Viral Jennifer Aniston Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that has captured the hearts of many on social media. This refreshing salad combines wholesome quinoa with crunchy vegetables, creamy feta, and zesty lemon-olive oil dressing for a flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for any occasion. With its quick preparation time of just 10 minutes, it’s ideal for busy weekdays or casual gatherings. Enjoy it as a standalone dish, a side at your next barbecue, or even tucked into wraps for a healthy lunch on the go. This salad isn’t just delicious; it’s also gluten-free and packed with protein, making it a wholesome choice for everyone.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked quinoa
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup pistachios
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- Fresh herbs (parsley, mint, dill)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, pistachios, feta cheese, and fresh herbs.
- In a mason jar or bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey/maple syrup, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg