Strawberry BBQ Chicken Spinach and Quinoa Salad with Bacon, Avocado and Goat Cheese
A vibrant and flavorful salad combining the sweetness of strawberries with savory BBQ chicken, creamy avocado, and tangy goat cheese. This quinoa salad is a healthy and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa (well rinsed)
- 1.5 cups water
- 2 cups baby spinach
- 1 cup cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 1 cup strawberries
- 1 cup avocado
- 0.25 cup goat cheese (crumbled)
- 4 strips turkey bacon (cooked and crumbled)
- 0.25 cup roasted strawberry BBQ sauce
- 2 green onions
- to taste cilantro
Instructions
- Bring the water and quinoa to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until the quinoa is tender and has absorbed the water, about 15 minutes, remove from heat and let sit for 5 minutes, covered.
- Meanwhile, slice the strawberries, dice the avocado and slice the green onions.
- Mix everything and enjoy.
Notes
Adjust the amount of BBQ sauce to your liking for desired sweetness and smokiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 450kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 22g | Sodium: 350mg