This salad is said to be the one Jennifer Aniston ate on the set of Friends. This version adds extra vegetables and protein, making it a filling meal for a bariatric diet.
Quinoa, chickpeas, chicken, feta and fresh herbs make it a practical option for lunch meal prep.
Ingredients
- 170 g quinoa
- 500 ml water
- 280 g grilled chicken breast, diced
- 1 tin (400 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 50 g red onion, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 60 g baby spinach, chopped
- 75 g feta, crumbled
- 30 g walnuts, chopped
- 15 g fresh parsley, chopped
- 6 g fresh mint, chopped
Dressing
- 60 ml lemon juice
- 60 ml olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Method
- Rinse and drain the quinoa. Place the quinoa and water in a small pan and bring to the boil. Reduce to a simmer, cover and cook for 15 minutes. Fluff with a fork and leave to cool for 5–10 minutes.
- Place the remaining salad ingredients in a large bowl and toss to combine.
- Whisk the dressing ingredients together.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss. Serve straight away, or portion into containers for lunch meal prep.
This recipe is intended as general inspiration. Always follow the dietary advice of your bariatric team, particularly during the first months after surgery.