Dairy-Free Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Salad Bowl

Brighten up your mealtime with this Dairy-Free Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Salad Bowl, a refreshing blend of vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. Juicy, perfectly grilled chicken breasts are marinated in a zesty lemon herb dressing, infused with fresh parsley, dill, and garlic for an irresistible depth of flavor. Nestled atop a hearty base of fluffy quinoa, this protein-packed bowl is layered with nutrient-rich baby spinach, crisp cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy avocado, and zippy red onion. The reserved lemon herb marinade doubles as a delightful dressing, tying all the ingredients together in a symphony of freshness. Ready in just 40 minutes, this dairy-free, gluten-free meal is the perfect choice for a healthy lunch, light dinner, or meal prep option. Trust us—this salad bowl is as satisfying as it is stunning!

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cups quinoa, cooked
• 2 cups baby spinach
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 medium avocado, sliced
• 0.25 cup red onion, thinly sliced

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of lemon zest, minced garlic, fresh parsley, fresh dill, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of ground black pepper.

Step 3

Place the chicken breasts in a shallow dish or zip-top bag and pour in half of the lemon herb marinade. Reserve the other half for later use as the salad dressing. Marinate the chicken for at least 10-15 minutes, or up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.

Step 4

Grill the chicken breasts for 6-8 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove from the grill and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into strips.

Step 5

To assemble the salad bowls, start by dividing the cooked quinoa evenly among four bowls.

Step 6

Layer each bowl with baby spinach, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, sliced avocado, and thinly sliced red onion.

Step 7

Top the salad with the sliced grilled chicken.

Step 8

Drizzle the reserved lemon herb marinade over each bowl as the dressing.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Dairy-Free Zesty Lemon Herb Chicken Salad Bowl!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1334.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1618.4

Total Fat 70.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 295.8mg	0%
Sodium 2720.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 115.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.5g	0%
Total Sugars 13.0g
Protein 132.2g	0%

Vitamin D 3.5IU	0%
Calcium 265.6mg	0%
Iron 13.6mg	0%
Potassium 3002.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.0%

Protein: 32.5%

Carbs: 28.5%