Is the Jennifer Aniston Salad healthy?

Yes, the Jennifer Aniston quinoa salad is typically very healthy, made with protein-rich quinoa, cucumber, mint, feta, and other fresh ingredients. It is packed with vitamins, nutrients, fiber, and plant-based protein.

How many calories are in the Jennifer Aniston Salad?

The calories in this salad will vary based on the ingredients you use and the serving size. But, based on this version of the recipe, there are about 400 calories in one serving.

What is in the Jen Aniston Salad?

As I mentioned earlier, this recipe is my version of Jen's popular quinoa salad. Her version has the following ingredients: cooked bulgar, cucumber, feta, mint, parsley, pistachios, garbanzo beans, lemon, olive oil, salt and pepper.

Viral Jennifer Aniston Salad - Gluten-Free

Description

This Viral Jennifer Aniston Salad is made with quinoa instead of bulgar to keep it gluten-free. The quinoa is mixed with crunchy cucumber, pistachios, creamy feta cheese, chickpeas, and fresh herbs all tossed in a vibrant lemon, olive oil dressing. Enjoy it for a quick, healthy, light lunch, dinner or snack.

Ingredients

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For the salad

2 cups cooked quinoa
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas – drained and rinsed
1 cup chopped cucumber – I used an English cucumber
1/2 cup diced red onion
1/2 cup pistachios
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/4 cup sliced kalamata olives
1/4 cup chopped parsley
1/4 cup chopped mint
3 tablespoons fresh chopped dill

For the dressing

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

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Instructions

Add all of the salad ingredients to a large salad bowl.
Combine the dressing ingredients in a mason jar fitted with a lid and shake well to emulsify. Alternatively, you can also whisk the ingredients in a medium bowl.
Pour the dressing evenly over the salad and toss everything together.
Serve immediately or chill and serve later. Enjoy!

Notes

You can use cooked bulgar, farro, or brown rice in place of the quinoa. Note: bulgar and farro are not naturally gluten-free.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
You can cook the quinoa 3 days in advance and keep it stored in an airtight container in the fridge.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Quick and Healthy Salads
Method: No cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean