Ingredients: quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, feta cheese, lemon vinaigrette (made with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper).
ere’s a simple and delicious recipe for Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas and Veggies:
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Cook the Quinoa:
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
- In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- Remove from heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
- Prepare the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Combine the Ingredients:
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- Dress the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or refrigerate for an hour to let the flavors meld.
Enjoy your fresh and healthy quinoa salad with chickpeas and veggies!
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