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Grilled Chicken Quinoa Food Recipe

A nourishing vegan bowl featuring grilled plant-based chicken, quinoa, vegetables, and simple seasoning.

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 360
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Plant-based chicken fillets — 14 oz
  • Quinoa uncooked — 1 cup
  • Water — 2 cups
  • Olive oil — 1 tbsp
  • Lemon juice — 2 tbsp
  • Garlic powder — 1 tsp
  • Salt — ½ tsp
  • Black pepper — ¼ tsp
  • Cherry tomatoes — 1 cup
  • Cucumber diced — 1 cup
  • Spinach — 2 cups
  • Fresh parsley — 2 tbsp

Method
 

  1. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under water.
  2. Cook quinoa with 2 cups water in saucepan for 15 minutes.
  3. Heat grill pan over medium heat with olive oil.
  4. Season plant-based chicken with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
  5. Grill plant-based chicken 5 minutes per side.
  6. Let grilled pieces rest briefly, then slice.
  7. Place cooked quinoa into serving bowls.
  8. Add spinach, tomatoes, and cucumber.
  9. Arrange grilled plant-based chicken on top.
  10. Drizzle lemon juice and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Nutritional values (per serving)

Calories: 360
Total Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Carbohydrates: 40g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 24g

Vitamins and minerals (per serving)

Vitamin C: 30%
Iron: 18%
Magnesium: 20%
Potassium: 15%
Vitamin B6: 18%

Additional notes / tips

  • Marinate plant-based chicken for stronger flavor.
  • Add roasted vegetables for variety.
  • Use fresh lemon zest for brightness.
  • Serve bowl slightly warm.
  • Sprinkle toasted seeds for crunch.