Description
Chickpea Quinoa Salad Bowl is a vibrant, nutrient-rich dish that brings together protein-packed chickpeas and fluffy quinoa with an array of fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. Perfect for meal prep or as a colorful addition to any gathering, this salad is both delicious and customizable. Enjoy it on its own for a light lunch or dinner, or pair it with grilled chicken for an added protein kick.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook quinoa according to package instructions (2 parts water to 1 part quinoa) until water is absorbed.
- Rinse chickpeas under cold water in a colander; drain well.
- Dice cucumber and halve cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 0mg