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A vibrant bowl of quinoa chickpea salad with fresh tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley, perfect for healthy lunch ideas.

Quinoa Chickpea Salad

A healthy and satisfying salad perfect for work lunches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa cooked
  • 1 can chickpeas 15 ounces, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

  1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let it cool.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  5. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. You can add other vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.

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