Healthy Summer Quinoa Chickpea Salad!

Quinoa is technically 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 45 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 11.

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Healthy Summer Quinoa Chickpea Salad!

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

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 45 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1400

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 cup Chickpeas
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
• 1 small Red onion
• 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup Fresh mint
• 2 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper

Instructions

1. Cook the quinoa according to package instructions.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
5. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 350kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 50g17%

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.