Recipes

Lemon Chive Quinoa Salad

Fresh, colourful and full of flavour, this Lemon Chive Quinoa Salad combines crisp vegetables, chickpeas and fluffy quinoa with a creamy citrus dressing made with Good Goat Milk Powder.

Packed into individual jars, it's a convenient make-ahead option for lunches, picnics and busy weekdays. The combination of fresh lemon, chives and basil makes it a lovely side dish for gatherings or a satisfying meal on its own.

15 minutes total
3 servings
Lemon Chive Quinoa Salad

Ingredients

Lemon Chive Dressing

  • 1 block (16 oz) silken tofu
  • ¼ cup Good Goat Milk Powder
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • ⅓ cup chopped chives
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Quinoa Salad

  • 3 cups shaved or thinly sliced carrots
  • 1½ cups cooked quinoa (approximately ½ cup dry)
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • ¾ cup diced cucumber
  • ¾ cup baby arugula
  • 3 tablespoons chopped basil

Good Goat Tip

Prepare the quinoa ahead of time and allow it to cool before assembling your salad jars. Keeping the dressing at the bottom and the leafy greens near the top helps maintain their freshness until you're ready to eat.

Store assembled jars in airtight containers in the refrigerator at 40°F (4°C) or below. For the best flavour and texture, enjoy within 1–2 days. Keep refrigerated when transporting.

Method

  1. Prepare the dressing: Combine silken tofu, Good Goat Milk Powder, lemon zest, lemon juice, chives, garlic, rice vinegar, and salt and pepper in a blender container. Cover and blend on high for 1 minute, pausing to scrape the edges as needed, or until the dressing is smooth and pourable.
  2. To make the salad in a jar: Spoon about one-third of the dressing into the bottom of a jar. Layer one-third of the carrots, cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, arugula, and basil. Repeat with additional jars until all ingredients are used. To serve, turn the jar upside down onto a plate and stir if desired.

Why You’ll Love It

Fresh, vibrant flavours
Lemon, chives and basil give this salad a bright, refreshing taste.

Creamy goat milk dressing
Good Goat Milk Powder and silken tofu create a smooth, creamy dressing without mayonnaise.

Perfect for meal prep
Layer the ingredients into individual jars for convenient lunches throughout the week.

A satisfying combination
Quinoa, chickpeas and crisp vegetables make this a substantial salad that works as a main or side dish.