Chicken Kebabs with Quinoa Salad (Gluten-Free)

 Chicken Kebabs with Quinoa Salad (Gluten-Free)

Meeting a gluten-free or gluten-intolerant person can be very challenging while preparing a sumptuous meal. And it doesn't really have to stop there with this perfect remedy for putting away such a problem. This Chick Kebabs with Quinoa Salad (Gluten-Free) recipe has everything you would love: protein content, fresh vegetables, and that nourishing gluten-free quinoa. If you ever needed a healthy gluten-free dish, this is the perfect recipe. Not only is this dish yummy for gluten-intolerant people, but it's also the perfect treat for every member of your family.

 

 Why Choose Gluten-Free Chicken Kebabs with Quinoa Salad? 

This recipe offers a wholesome and nutritious meal to keep your gluten-free-catering family happy together with the easy preparation and immensely flexible composing according to your palate. Whether you are managing celiac disease or have a bit of gluten-intolerant disease, or you are just on a gluten-free diet, even then this recipe is going to pamper your taste buds. 

Combining with tender and juicy chicken kebabs featuring quinoa, a naturally gluten-free grain, makes this a punchy combination offering strong nourishment and taste. The long-lasting convenience reasons make it a good recipe for preparations because it can be stashed away in the refrigerator for a few days.

 

 Ingredients for Chicken Kebabs with Quinoa Salad (Gluten-Free) 

·         2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into cubes).

·         2 tablespoons olive oil.

·         2 teaspoons ground cumin.

·         1 teaspoon ground paprika.

·         1 teaspoon garlic powder.

·         1/2 teaspoon onion powder.

·         1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste.

·         1/2 teaspoon black pepper.

·         1 tablespoon lemon juice.

·         1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped.

·         Skewers, wooden, soaked in water for 30 minutes.

 

 For the Quinoa Salad: 

1 cup quinoa

For the Quinoa Salad:

·         1 cup quinoa

·         2 cups water or vegetable broth (for extra flavor)

·         1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

·         1/2 cucumber, diced

·         1/4 red onion, finely chopped

·         1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

·         1/4 cup feta cheese (optional, crumbled)

·         2 tbsp olive oil

·         1 tbsp lemon juice

·         Salt and pepper, to taste

 

Preparation of Chicken Kebabs with Quinoa Salad (Gluten-Free)

1.    Marinate the Chicken:

·    For the marinade, in a bowl, combine olive oil, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Stir to combine.

·         Add the chicken cubes into the marinade and toss until the chicken is coated completely.

·         Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).

 

2.    Prepare the Quinoa Salad:

·         Clean the quinoa thoroughly with cold water to wash away its bitterness.

·         Put 2 cups of water (or vegetable broth) in a medium saucepan to boil. Add quinoa, cover, and reduce the heat to low, allowing it to simmer for 15 minutes, or until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is tender.

·         Remove the quinoa from the heat and fluff with a fork. Cool to room temperature.

 

3.    Prepare Your Chicken Kebabs:

·        Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high.

·      Remove marinated chicken cubes from the bowl and thread onto the pre-soaked wooden skewers.

·      Grill on the skewers for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until the chicken is completely cooked and lightly charred on the edges.

 

4.    Prepare the Quinoa Salad:

·     In a big bowl, toss together the cooled quinoa with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese (if you'd like).

·    Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice on the top of this salad. Toss together before seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

 

5.    Serving:

Serve the chicken kebabs off the grill with the quinoa salad on the side; drizzle with some more olive oil or lemon juice on the kebabs for added flavor.

 

Quantity and Serving

Makes 4, easily scalable with respect to the number of diners. Each serving consists of chicken kebabs with quinoa salad in it, therefore constituting a complete meal for lunch or dinner.

 

Total Calories

The Chicken Kebabs with Quinoa Salad (Gluten-free) have an approximate number of calories of 400-450 per portion. So, healthy and low calorie this will be the meal that has the most taste and no calories involved.

Breakdown of Calories:

• Chicken kebabs: 200-250 calories
• Quinoa Salad: 200-250 calories Consider that actual calories may change according to ingredients and portion sizes.

Most Loved by People:

This recipe is adored by people who are;

·         On Gluten-free Diet

·         Have celiac disease-neglecting gluten from their diet

·         Looking for a high protein-ration nutritious meal

·         Adopting in the healthy, low-calorie meals. 

·         Enjoying Mediterranean-inspired dishes.

·         After family-friendly meals.

Tender grilled chicken atop vibrant quinoa salad is definitely appealing for family dinners, cook out, or potlucks. Not just gluten-free but packed with antioxidants and fiber and healthy fats, this is a crowd-pleaser for everyone's ideal dish, regardless of dietary preference.

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Conclusion

If you're gluten-free, celiac afflicted, or gluten intolerant, this Chicken Kebabs with Quinoa Salad (Gluten-Free) recipe should be right up your alley! Simple ingredients, a simple process, and great taste will soon make this a favorite of yours. Healthy, too, keeping the body fueled and nourished.

Whether you are enjoying this meal in the US, UK, Canada, Europe, or any other corner of the world, rest assured that it will not only serve your gluten-free demands but also be enjoyed by everyone at the table.

So go try it out and pamper yourself with this gluten-free masterpiece today!