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Healthy Chickpea Salad Recipe

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Monica B. Dec. 23, 2024

Quinoa chickpea salad leftovers

Prep 15 minutesCook 10 minutesEasyServes 4
CE

Coach Erin

Solid lunch choice btw!

Instructions

  • 1.

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, steamed broccoli, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

  • 2.

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

  • 3.

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

  • 4.

    If using, add the fresh spinach and mix until well incorporated.

  • 5.

    Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Ingredients

  • 1.

    1 cup cooked quinoa

  • 2.

    1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained

  • 3.

    1 cup broccoli florets, steamed

  • 4.

    1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 5.

    1/2 red onion, finely chopped

  • 6.

    2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 7.

    1 tablespoon lemon juice

  • 8.

    Salt and pepper to taste

  • 9.

    1 cup fresh spinach (optional for added fiber)

Nutrition

  • calories

    320

  • fat

    10

  • saturates

    1

  • carbohydrates

    45

  • fibers

    12

  • sugar

    3

  • addedSugar

    0

  • protein

    12

Healthy Chickpea Salad Recipe

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2 comments
  • MB

    Monica B.Author

    "Quinoa chickpea salad leftovers"

  • CE

    Coach Erin

    "Solid lunch choice btw!"