Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook quinoa according to package directions. Set aside.
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Coat chicken breasts in the herb mixture, then cook over medium heat in a skillet until golden and cooked through.
- Serve chicken over quinoa, garnished with fresh parsley.
The fiber in quinoa can also help with cholesterol and blood sugar levels, lowering your risk of diabetes and heart disease. Quinoa is rich in antioxidants, which can prevent damage to your heart and other organs. A diet high in antioxidants has been linked with a decreased risk of heart disease.
Research supports the use of the Mediterranean diet as a healthy eating pattern for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases, increasing lifespan, and healthy aging. When used in conjunction with caloric restriction, the diet may also support healthy weight loss.
What are the 5 top health benefits of quinoa?
- May lower the risk of chronic disease. …
- May help you lose weight. …
- May help balance blood sugar. …
- Suitable for those with coeliac disease and gluten intolerance. …
- May improve gut health.
