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Quinoa Chickpea Salad Recipe

This Quinoa Chickpea Salad proves that healthy eating doesn't have to be boring, or bland. It’s packed with fibre, plant protein, and a zesty dressing.
Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time55 minutes
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 adults
Calories: 270kcal
Author: Hina Gujral

Equipment

  • Salad Mixing Bowl

Ingredients

Ingredients For Salad:

  • 2 Cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 Cup canned or pre-cooked chickpeas
  • 1 small english cucumber, finely chopped
  • 1 small red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 small yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • ½ ripe avocado, diced
  • handful of flat parsley, finely chopped

Ingredients For Salad Dressing:

  • 2 tablespoon tahini paste (sesame seed paste)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
  • 1 lemon, juiced (approx 2 tbsp)
  • 2 garlic cloves
  • ½ teaspoon salt or to taste

Instructions

  • Cook your quinoa and let it cool completely. Follow my detailed guide on how to cook perfectly fluffy quinoa. Similarly cook white chickpeas beforehand or use canned ones.
  • In a small bowl or tiny spice blender, combine all the dressing ingredients. Whisk vigorously until smooth and emulsified. Taste, and adjust the seasoning accordingly.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chickpeas, and all your colourful, chopped vegetables. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  • Top with the finely chopped fresh herbs.
  • Serve quinoa chickpea salad immediately or store it in an airtight container.

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Notes

  • You can easily meal prep quinoa and chickpeas a day or two before making the salad.
  • Canned Chickpeas: If you are using canned chickpeas for the salad, drain and rinse them before adding to the salad. I prefer cooking my beans and chickpeas at home for salads, soups, and curries. It is much more wholesome and budget friendly.

Nutrition

Calories: 270kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 418mg | Potassium: 526mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 718IU | Vitamin C: 77mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 3mg