Quinoa and Chickpea Salad – Filling and Tasty!

Quinoa and Chickpea Salad – Filling and Tasty!

Servings

4

servingsPrep time

10

minutesCooking time

15

minutesCalories

300

kcal

This Quinoa and Chickpea Salad is a nutritious, protein-packed meal that’s both filling and delicious. With fluffy quinoa, crunchy vegetables, and tender chickpeas, it’s a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for lunch or a light dinner, this salad is also vegan, gluten-free, and easy to prepare!

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

• 1 cucumber, diced

• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

• Cook the quinoa according to package instructions. Let it cool.

  

• In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, and parsley.

• In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.

• Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.

  

• Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Note:

• For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of feta cheese or a dash of cumin to the dressing!