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Jennifer Aniston Salad Recipe

Jennifer Aniston Salad Recipe
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A fresh and vibrant quinoa salad inspired by Jennifer Aniston, featuring chickpeas, crisp cucumber, fresh herbs, crunchy pistachios, and tangy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty homemade lemon dressing. Perfect for a nutritious lunch or light dinner.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

  • 2 cups chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 cup dry quinoa
  • 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 English cucumber, chopped
  • 1/2 small red onion, minced
  • 1/2 cup packed fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup loosely-packed fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup roasted salted pistachios, chopped
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (4 oz)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Lemon Dressing

  • 1/2 cup lemon juice (about 3–4 lemons)
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Make the Lemon Dressing: In a jar with a tight-fitting lid or a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk thoroughly until all ingredients are well integrated and the dressing is smooth.
  2. Cook the Quinoa: Pour the chicken or vegetable stock into a small saucepan and bring it to a boil over high heat. Add the dry quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover with a lid, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the quinoa is tender and the liquid is absorbed. Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork, then transfer it to a large mixing bowl or storage container to cool.
  3. Chill the Quinoa: Once the quinoa has cooled to room temperature, cover it and refrigerate until fully chilled. This can be done up to one or two days in advance to deepen flavors and make prep easier on salad day.
  4. Assemble the Salad: Add the chilled quinoa to a large mixing bowl. Add the drained chickpeas, chopped cucumber, minced red onion, parsley, mint leaves, roasted salted pistachios, and crumbled feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. Toss and Serve: Drizzle your desired amount of the prepared lemon dressing over the salad. Toss gently but thoroughly to evenly distribute the dressing and ingredients. Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 3 days to allow flavors to meld further.

Notes

  • The salad can be made a day or two ahead; quinoa holds up well when chilled and mixed later.
  • Adjust the amount of lemon dressing according to your taste preference.
  • For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • Use vegetable stock if you prefer a vegetarian or vegan salad.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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Keywords: Jennifer Aniston Salad, quinoa salad, Mediterranean salad, healthy salad, chickpea salad, lemon dressing, feta cheese salad

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