Quinoa Chicken Salad Recipe

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*Rinse quinoa in a seive under cold water very well to remove natural, soapy film residue.
1. To prepare salad, bring broth to a boil in a medium sauce pan, gradually stir in quinoa. Cook 18-20 minutes. Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl to cool slightly.
2. In a cast iron skillet, over medium heat, add pine nuts (NO OIL) and shake constantly until golden brown, about 3 minutes.
3. Add chicken, onions, radishes, cucumber, parsley, and toasted pine nuts., toss gently to combine.
4. To prepare dressing, combine vinegar, and remaing ingredients stirring with a whisk. Drizzle over salad, toss to combine.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	312.14 Kcal (1307 kJ)
Calories from fat	145.39 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	16.15g	25%
Cholesterol	25.43mg	8%
Sodium	535.71mg	22%
Potassium	456.62mg	10%
Total Carbs	28.19g	9%
Sugars	0.75g	3%
Dietary Fiber	2.67g	11%
Protein	14.88g	30%
Vitamin C	6.2mg	10%
Iron	2.6mg	15%
Calcium	43.2mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	163.53 Kcal (685 kJ)
Calories from fat	76.17 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	8.46g	25%
Cholesterol	13.33mg	8%
Sodium	280.67mg	22%
Potassium	239.23mg	10%
Total Carbs	14.77g	9%
Sugars	0.39g	3%
Dietary Fiber	1.4g	11%
Protein	7.79g	30%
Vitamin C	3.2mg	10%
Iron	1.4mg	15%
Calcium	22.6mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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