Ingredients
- 1 cup of fresh water
- 1/2 cup of quinoa
- 1 portion of taco seasoning mix, divided into two
- 2 pieces of chicken breasts, diced into small cubes
- 1 spoonful of butter
- 1 ripe avocado, peeled and diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 stalks of celery, roughly chopped
- 1 cup of freshly chopped spinach leaves
- 1 carrot, finely chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 yellow bell pepper, finely diced
- 1/3 cucumber, chopped
- 2 jalapeno peppers, deseeded and chopped
- 1/2 cup of salsa
Step 1
To start, bring a pot of water to a boil and add quinoa along with half of the taco seasoning mix. Let it simmer on low heat until the quinoa is tender and has absorbed the water, roughly 15 minutes.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, mix the chicken with the remaining taco seasoning mix, allowing it to marinate for about 10 minutes.
Step 3
Next, melt some butter in a skillet over medium heat and cook the seasoned chicken until it's no longer pink in the center, which should take around 5 to 10 minutes. Then, transfer the cooked chicken and quinoa to a bowl and pop it in the freezer for a quick chill, approximately 5 minutes.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine diced avocado, red onion, celery, spinach, carrots, red and yellow bell peppers, cucumber, and jalapeno peppers. Add the chilled chicken-quinoa mixture, along with salsa, and give everything a good toss to mix it all together thoroughly.
Extra Tips & Suggestions
- Organize your pantry like a well-choreographed salsa, with cans of black beans and corn neatly lined up for easy access. Keep your quinoa and spices in airtight containers to maintain their freshness, like locking in the flavors of a vibrant salsa verde. Store your avocados and tomatoes on the counter, ready to add a burst of color to your salad at a moment's notice. Don't forget to keep your chicken cooked and shredded, ready to toss into your salad for a protein-packed fiesta. Lastly, refrigerate your salad dressing in a mason jar, allowing the flavors to meld together like the harmonious notes of a mariachi band. With these storage tips, your Zesty Mexican Chicken Quinoa Salad will always be a flavorful fiesta waiting to happen. Ole!
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