Turkey and Quinoa Salad Recipe

Turkey and Quinoa Salad

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• Yield: 4 Servings
• Total Time: 50 Minutes
• Prep Time: 20 Minutes
• Cook Time: 30 Minutes

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 1/2 cups quinoa, rinsed
• Kosher salt
• 1 pound turkey cutlets
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon and/or parsley
• Freshly ground pepper
• 1/2 small red onion, halved and sliced
• 1 1/2 pounds assorted heirloom tomatoes, chopped
• 1 chili pepper, seeded and chopped
• 4 Persian cucumbers, chopped
• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar

Directions

In a large skillet set over medium high heat, heat 1⁄2 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil; stir in quinoa and cook, stirring continuously for about 4 minutes or until lightly toasted. Stir in salt and 4 cups of water; bring to a gentle boil, lower heat and simmer for about 15 minutes.

In a mixing bowl, toss together turkey, half of herbs, a pinch of sea salt and pepper; set aside.

In a bowl, soak the sliced onion in cold water for at least 10 minutes.

In a separate bowl, toss together, cucumbers, chile, tomatoes, the remaining herbs, 1 1⁄2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, vinegar, sea salt and black pepper.

Drain onion and stir into the tomato mixture.

Heat the remaining oil in a nonstick skillet set over medium high heat. Add turkey, in batches, and cook for about 3 minutes per side or until golden; drain on paper towels. Cut the cooked turkey into bite-sized pieces.

With a fork, fluff the cooked quinoa and divide among serving bowls; top each with turkey and tomato mixture.

Nutritional Information Per Serving:

Calories: 552; Total Fat: 15 g; Carbs: 64 g; Dietary Fiber: 9 g; Protein: 41 g; Cholesterol: 45 mg; Sodium: 438 mg

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