Quinoa Salad
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May 1, 2023
super easy
Looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe that’s easy to make? Look no further than this quinoa salad recipe! Packed with protein-rich quinoa, fibre-packed chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, this salad is both nutritious and satisfying. The combination of fresh herbs, lemon juice, and olive oil gives the salad a bright and refreshing flavour. It’s perfect as a side dish, but you could add some grilled chicken or tofu to make it a complete meal.
Best of all, this quinoa salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge, making it a great option for meal prep or potlucks. Follow along for the step-by-step recipe and get ready to enjoy a healthy and delicious meal!
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Ingredients
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| 1 cup quinoa, rinsed | |
| 2 cups water | |
| 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed | |
| 1 cucumber, diced | |
| 1 red bell pepper, diced | |
| 1/2 red onion, diced | |
| 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley | |
| 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint | |
| 1/4 cup olive oil | |
| 2 tablespoons lemon juice | |
| Salt and pepper, to taste |
Directions
1.
In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water
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2.
Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed.
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3.
Remove the quinoa from the heat, place a lid on top and leave to rest for 5 mins, then fluff the quinoa with a fork to break the granules apart.
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4.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint.
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5.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice. Pour over the quinoa salad and toss to combine.
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6.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
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7.
Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
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