Description
The Jennifer Aniston Salad is a wholesome, refreshing mix of quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, herbs, pistachios, and feta, all brought together with a bright lemon-honey dressing. Inspired by the star herself, this gluten-free salad is light, flavorful, and perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a healthy side dish.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
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475 ml chicken or vegetable stock (2 cups)
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170 g dry quinoa (1 cup)
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1 can (425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
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1 English cucumber, chopped
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½ small red onion, minced
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15 g fresh parsley, finely chopped (½ cup packed)
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10 g fresh mint, finely chopped (½ cup loosely packed)
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60 g roasted salted pistachios, chopped (½ cup)
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115 g crumbled feta cheese (1 cup)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Lemon Dressing:
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120 ml lemon juice (½ cup, about 3–4 lemons)
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120 ml extra virgin olive oil (½ cup)
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1 tbsp honey
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Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Bring stock to a boil in a saucepan. Stir in quinoa, cover, and simmer on low for 12–15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
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In a jar or small bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and pepper. Shake or whisk well.
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Once quinoa is cool, add chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, parsley, mint, pistachios, and feta.
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Pour in the dressing and toss gently to combine.
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Serve immediately or store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
Chill quinoa fully before mixing to avoid wilting herbs and melting cheese.
Toast pistachios for extra flavor.
Skip feta or use vegan cheese for a plant-based version.
Dressing can be stored separately for fresher prep.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop + Raw
- Cuisine: Mediterranean / Californian