Grilled chicken and quinoa with matcha dressing recipe

Ingredients for Grilled chicken and quinoa with matcha dressing

• 90 g quinoa

• 2 large skinless, boneless chicken breasts (about 510 g)

• 30 ml extra-virgin olive oil

• freshly ground black pepper

• 240 ml vegan or regular mayonnaise

• 30 ml fresh lime juice

• 10 ml culinary-grade matcha

• 7.5 ml Dijon mustard

• 2.5 ml agave nectar

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 9 g kosher salt, plus more

• 15 g basil leaves

• 15 g parsley leaves with tender stems

• 720 g baby greens (such as kale, spinach, and/or rocket)

• 300 g cherry tomatoes, halved

• 2 Persian cucumbers, cut into 2.5 cm pieces (about 300 g)

• 2 avocados, cut into 2 cm pieces

• 100 g crumbled feta

How to make Grilled chicken and quinoa with matcha dressing

1. Bring a small pot of water to a boil.  

2. Add the quinoa, return to a boil, and cook until tender, about 15–20 minutes.  

3. Drain the quinoa, return it to the warm pot, and fluff with a fork to release some steam.  

4. Season with salt, then cover to keep warm until ready to serve.  

5. Meanwhile, prepare the grill for medium-high heat, or heat a cast-iron grill pan or frying pan over medium-high heat.  

6. Rub the chicken on all sides with oil, then season with salt and pepper.  

7. Grill or sear the chicken, turning halfway through, until just cooked through, about 12–15 minutes.  

8. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and let it rest for 5 minutes, then cut into 1.25 cm pieces.  

9. In a food processor, purée the mayonnaise, lime juice, matcha, mustard, agave, garlic, and 1.5 tsp salt until smooth.  

10. Add the basil and parsley, then pulse until incorporated.  

11. In a large bowl, toss together the quinoa, chicken, greens, tomatoes, and cucumbers until well combined.  

12. Add 120 ml of the dressing and toss to coat; season with salt to taste.  

13. Divide the salad among bowls and top with avocado and feta.  

14. Serve the remaining dressing alongside.

Disclaimer
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