Chickpea Quinoa Mock Tuna Salad

Chickpeas are a great plant-based source of protein and fiber, making this salad a nutritious and satisfying meal option.

This is vegan, gluten free, high protein and quick meals recipe. Dish can be prepared in 15 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 11.

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Chickpea Quinoa Mock Tuna Salad

Cooking Method: Mixing Cuisine: International Courses: Gluten free, Lunch, Salad, Vegan, Vegetarian Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Total Time 15 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 15 ounce Canned chickpeas
• 1 cup Cooked quinoa
• 2 stalk Celery
• 1 small Red onion
• 2 pickle Dill pickles
• 2 tablespoon Fresh parsley
• 4 tablespoon Mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cooked quinoa, diced celery, finely chopped red onion, diced dill pickles, and chopped fresh parsley.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss until well combined.
5. Serve the chickpea quinoa mock tuna salad chilled.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 30g10%

Sugars 5g

Protein 12g24%

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