Description
Experience a flavor-packed journey with this vibrant Spicy Chickpea and Quinoa Salad, combining zesty spices and fresh veggies for a nutritious delight that’s perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup tri-color quinoa
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- Fresh herbs (parsley or cilantro), chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- salt to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. Cook in 2 cups of water over medium heat for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, chop bell pepper, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, and salt.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa with chickpeas, chopped veggies, fresh herbs, and dressing. Mix gently to coat.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve in bowls or dishes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg