Mint Lime Vinaigrette
A super simple, light and fresh vinaigrette perfect for salads and proteins. We used it on a quinoa salad and glaze for baked chicken for an easy healthy dinner.
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For the Vinaigrette-
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Blake Hill Fresh Mint Jelly
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2 Tablespoons red wine vinegar
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⅓ cup olive oil
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½ lime, juiced
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salt & pepper to taste
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For the Quinoa Salad-
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1 cup quinoa
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1 bell pepper, diced
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½ cucumber, english, diced
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½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
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½ cup sliced almonds
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For the Baked Chicken-
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2 large chicken breasts
Instructions.
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1
Make the vinaigrette - Use an almost empty jar of Fresh Mint Jelly with about 4 tablespoons of jam inside.
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Add red wine vinegar, olive oil, lime juice, salt and pepper and shake well to combine.
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Ready to use as a dressing and/or marinade that can be stored in the fridge for up to a week.
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Make the quinoa - Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
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Allow it to cool then add bell pepper, cucumber, feta and sliced almonds.
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Add the dressing to the salad and toss to combine.
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Make the chicken - Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
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Flatten chicken breast to ½”-¾” thick.
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Marinade ahead of time for about 20 minutes or brush on before baking.
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Bake chicken for 18-20 minutes, till it reaches 165 degrees F internally.
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Brush with more dressing halfway through baking.
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Let it rest for 5 minutes before slicing.
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Plate the chicken and quinoa salad together, top with a little extra vinaigrette and Enjoy!







