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Zesty Lemon and Herb Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas

This Lemon and Herb Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, fresh meal packed with protein from chickpeas. Quick to make and perfect for lunch, dinner, or a side dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 6 minutes
Total Time 16 minutes
Course Appetizer, brunch, lunch, Salad, Snack
Cuisine American, European
Servings 4 cups
Calories 151.8 kcal

Equipment

Ingredients
 
 

  • ½ cup quinoa uncooked
  • ½ red bell pepper
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley
  • 2 tbsp cilantro
  • 6 grape tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp lime juice
  • 2 tbsp olive oil divided
  • tsp salt
  • Pinch of ground black pepper
  • 1 can chickpeas
  • 1 tbsp G&K All-Purpose Spice

Instructions
 

  • Add the quinoa to a microwave-safe dish with 1 cup of water and a pinch of salt. Cook in the microwave for 20 minutes on 50% power. Alternatively, cook on the stovetop according to the package instructions.
    ½ cup quinoa
  • While the quinoa is cooking prep all of the other ingredients, wash and finely dice the red pepper, tomatoes and herbs.
    ½ red bell pepper, 2 tbsp fresh parsley, 2 tbsp cilantro, 6 grape tomatoes
  • Add 1 tablespoon of oil to the pan and heat up on medium-high heat.
    2 tbsp olive oil
  • While the oil heats up, open and drain the chickpeas and rinse them with cold water. Add them to the pan and toss in the oil.
    1 can chickpeas
  • Next, add half the salt and 1 tablespoon of G&K All-purpose spice. Toss well until all the chickpeas are coated. Cook for 5 minutes tossing halfway.
    1 tbsp G&K All-Purpose Spice
  • While the chickpeas cook you can make the dressing in a small bowl by combining 1 tablespoon oil and the lemon and lime juices.
    2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tsp lime juice, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1/8 tsp salt, Pinch of ground black pepper
  • Once the quinoa is cooked carefully move it to a large bowl and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Then add all of the remaining ingredients and stir well. Add remaining salt and pepper to taste.
    1/8 tsp salt, Pinch of ground black pepper
  • Serve on its own, with crackers or as a side to your favourite protein.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Zesty Lemon and Herb Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas
Amount per Serving
Calories
151.8
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
8.4
g
13
%
Saturated Fat
 
1.1
g
7
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
1.5
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
5.5
g
Sodium
 
77.8
mg
3
%
Potassium
 
234.7
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
16.4
g
5
%
Fiber
 
2.2
g
9
%
Sugar
 
1.5
g
2
%
Protein
 
3.5
g
7
%
Vitamin A
 
864.8
IU
17
%
Vitamin C
 
28.9
mg
35
%
Calcium
 
17.5
mg
2
%
Iron
 
1.3
mg
7
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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