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Carrot, Chickpea and Quinoa Melange

Carrot, Chickpea and Quinoa Melange recipe

Quinoa is actually a seed, not a grain, and it is a complete protein source, containing all nine essential amino acids.

This is vegan, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 50 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

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Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 15 min Cook Time: 25 min Rest Time: 10 min Total Time: 50 mins
Servings 4
Calories 1380
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Ingredients
  • 200 gram Carrots
  • 1 cup Chickpeas
  • 1 cup Quinoa
  • 1 medium Red Onion
  • 2 teaspoon Garlic Cloves
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
  1. Cook quinoa according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a pan and saute the chopped red onion and garlic cloves until translucent.
  3. Add the cooked quinoa, grated carrot, and chickpeas to the pan and stir well.
  4. Season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
  5. Cook for another 5 minutes until all the flavors are well combined.
  6. Remove from heat and let it rest for 10 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 345kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 8g13%
Total Carbohydrate 55g19%
Sugars 9g
Protein 12g24%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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