Salad Bowl Recipe
Choice of chicken or steak / lettuce / avocado / cherry tomatoes / quinoa / corn / pomegranate
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Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
Method
Preparation Instructions
- 1
Cook the Protein
If using chicken, grill or pan-sear the chicken breast until fully cooked. If using steak, cook to your preferred doneness. Allow to rest before slicing.
- 2
Prepare the Quinoa
Rinse quinoa under cold water, then cook according to package instructions. Typically, combine 1 part quinoa with 2 parts water, bring to a boil, then simmer until the water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork.
- 3
Chop Salad Ingredients
While the protein is cooking, chop the lettuce, dice the avocado, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- 4
Assemble the Salad
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, lettuce, avocado, cherry tomatoes, corn, and pomegranate seeds.
- 5
Dress the Salad
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Drizzle over the salad and toss to combine.
- 6
Serve
Top the salad with sliced chicken or steak. Serve immediately.