Description
Indulge in the vibrant and refreshing taste of our Favorite Quinoa Salad, a perfect option for any meal or occasion. This delightful dish combines wholesome ingredients like protein-packed quinoa, chickpeas, crunchy cucumbers, and colorful bell peppers, all tossed together with a zesty lemon dressing. Ideal for meal prep, this salad can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature, making it a versatile addition to your meal rotation. Packed with nutrients and bursting with flavor, it’s not just healthy but also incredibly satisfying. Elevate your lunch or dinner with this easy-to-make quinoa salad that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup uncooked quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- ¾ cup chopped red onion
- 1 cup flat-leaf parsley
- ¼ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic
- ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water and combine it with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer uncovered until the water is absorbed (about 15 minutes). Let it rest covered for an additional 5 minutes.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, diced cucumber, chopped bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, apple vinegar, minced garlic, and salt until well combined.
- Add cooled quinoa to the salad mixture and drizzle with the dressing. Toss until well mixed and season with black pepper to taste.
- Allow the salad to sit for 5-10 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 medium salad (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg