Walnut, Quinoa and Ranch Chicken Salad
DESCRIPTION
Starting with ingredients that are easy to keep at your desk, this salad can be stirred together very quickly.
Ingredients
- 1 (4.2 ounce) container cooked quinoa
- 1 (1.5 ounce) cup light ranch dip
- 1/2 can (2.5 ounces) chicken breast meat
- 1/4 cup cherry tomato wedges
- 3 tablespoons California walnuts, toasted and coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoons ranch flavored kale chips
- Optional:
1/3 cup diced cucumber
1/3 cup minced red onion
1/3 cup sliced ripe olives
1/4 cup bacon bits
Preparation
- Stir together quinoa and ranch dip in a medium bowl.
- Lightly stir in chicken, tomatoes and walnuts.
- Top with a small handful of diced cucumber, red onion, olives and bacon bits for extra crunch and flavor, if desired.