Lemon Quinoa and Chickpea Salad
Discover the vibrant and refreshing Lemon Quinoa and Chickpea Salad that delights with flavor! This nutritious dish is a perfect blend of fluffy quinoa, protein-packed chickpeas, and crisp vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Ideal for busy weeknights or as a make-ahead meal for gatherings, this salad is not just delicious but also customizable to your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the quinoa under cold water. In a saucepan, combine rinsed quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer until water is absorbed (about 15 minutes). Fluff with a fork.
- Allow the quinoa to cool to room temperature.
- In a large bowl, mix cooked quinoa with chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until well combined.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg