Description
Experience a burst of flavors with this Asparagus Chickpea Quinoa Salad, a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any meal. Packed with protein and fiber, it combines tender asparagus, hearty chickpeas, and fluffy quinoa for a delightful texture. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, this salad is ideal for meal prepping or serving at gatherings. Enjoy a refreshing and satisfying dish that nourishes your body while tantalizing your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 bunch asparagus (about 1 pound)
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Let sit for 5 minutes before fluffing with a fork.
- While the quinoa cooks, trim asparagus ends and cut into bite-sized pieces. Blanch in boiling water for 3 minutes, then transfer to ice water to stop cooking.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa, drained chickpeas, and prepared asparagus.
- Whisk olive oil and lemon juice together in a small bowl; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Blanching/Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 0mg