High Protein Diet for Gym

 Aimple and nutritious recipe that would be suitable for a gym diet. This recipe includes a balanced combination of protein, healthy fats, and complex carbohydrates to fuel your workouts and support muscle growth and recovery. Let's make a delicious Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Salad:

 

                      

Ingredients:

For the salad:

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

1 cup quinoa

2 cups mixed salad greens (spinach, arugula, or any leafy greens of your choice)

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

1 cucumber, diced

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, or basil)

Salt and pepper to taste

For the dressing:

3 tablespoons olive oil

1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice

1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

1 clove garlic, minced

Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

Cook the Quinoa:

Rinse the quinoa in a fine-mesh sieve under cold water.

In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil.

Add the rinsed quinoa and a pinch of salt.

Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15-20 minutes until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Fluff the quinoa with a fork.

Grill the Chicken:

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat.

Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.

Grill the chicken for about 5-6 minutes on each side or until cooked through and no longer pink in the center.

Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then slice it into strips.

Prepare the Dressing:

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Assemble the Salad:

In a large salad bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, mixed salad greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.

Toss the salad with the prepared dressing until evenly coated.

Top the salad with grilled chicken strips, crumbled feta cheese (if using), and chopped fresh herbs.

Serve:

Divide the salad into individual serving bowls or plates.

Enjoy your nutritious and delicious Grilled Chicken and Quinoa Salad!

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