Quinoa & Chickpea Salad
A refreshing and protein-packed Mediterranean-inspired Quinoa & Chickpea Salad, perfect for a quick and healthy meal. This salad combines fluffy quinoa, hearty chickpeas, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. It’s light, nutritious, and bursting with flavor—ideal for lunch, meal prep, or a wholesome side dish.
Quinoa & Chickpea Salad
2
servings10
minutes15
minutes320
kcalA refreshing and protein-packed salad with fluffy quinoa, chickpeas, and a zesty lemon dressing.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
1 ½ cups water
1 cup canned chickpeas (drained & rinsed)
½ cup cucumber (diced)
½ cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp cumin powder
Salt & pepper (to taste)
Fresh parsley or cilantro (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Cook the Quinoa: Boil water, add quinoa, simmer until fluffy, and let it cool.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Chop cucumber, tomatoes, and onion.
- Mix the Salad: Combine quinoa, chickpeas, and veggies in a bowl.
- Make the Dressing: Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Serve: Drizzle dressing over salad, toss well, and garnish with parsley.
