CHICKEN, SESAME AND QUINOA SALAD

Chicken, Sesame and Quinoa Salad image

This delicious, colorful salad is a great way to introduce whole grains to your kids!

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1/2 cup quinoa
4 teaspoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon grated ginger
3 scallions, whites and greens sliced
1 clove garlic, grated
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
2 1/2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 1/2 cups shredded white meat rotisserie chicken, skin and bones removed (about 5 ounces)
1 1/2 cups shredded white meat rotisserie chicken, skin and bones removed (about 5 ounces)
1 1/2 cups finely shredded cabbage (such as napa, red, green or a combination)
1 cup thinly sliced (size of a matchstick) carrots (about 2 carrots)
1 cup sugar snap peas, sliced on the bias
1 teaspoon black sesame seeds

Steps:

Cook the quinoa according to package directions, set aside to cool.
Heat the vegetable oil in a small saucepan over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the ginger, scallions and garlic. Immediately turn off the heat and stir. Let cool slightly for a few minutes, then whisk in the lemon juice, soy sauce and sesame oil.
Put the cooked quinoa, chicken, cabbage, carrots and peas in a mixing bowl. Add the dressing and toss. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Keep refrigerated in an air-tight container for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calorie, Fat 10 grams, SaturatedFat 1 grams, Cholesterol 25 milligrams, Sodium 470 milligrams, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 14 grams