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Healthy Chickpea Salad Recipe

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Monica B. Dec. 23, 2024

Same as last night - salad toasted chickpeas + quinoa portobello cap

Prep 15 minutesCook 20 minutesEasyServes 4
CE

Coach Erin

Bravo Monica! The combination of salad toasted chickpeas quinoa and portobello cap is a fantastic choice packed with both protein and fiber. The chickpeas and quinoa are excellent sources of protein while the salad and portobello cap provide a good amount of fiber. This balanced meal not only supports your health but also helps you stay full longer. Keep making these thoughtful choices and youll reach your target before you know it!

Instructions

  • 1.

    Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  • 2.

    In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread them on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes until crispy.

  • 3.

    While the chickpeas are roasting, cook the quinoa according to package instructions.

  • 4.

    In a skillet, heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced portobello mushrooms and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender.

  • 5.

    In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cooked quinoa, roasted chickpeas, sautéed mushrooms, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

  • 6.

    Drizzle with balsamic vinegar, toss gently, and serve immediately.

Ingredients

  • 1.

    1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

  • 2.

    1 cup cooked quinoa

  • 3.

    2 large portobello mushrooms, sliced

  • 4.

    4 cups mixed greens (spinach, arugula, or romaine)

  • 5.

    1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 6.

    1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced

  • 7.

    2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 8.

    1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

  • 9.

    Salt and pepper to taste

  • 10.

    1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 11.

    1 teaspoon smoked paprika

Nutrition

  • calories

    320

  • fat

    10

  • saturates

    1

  • carbohydrates

    45

  • fibres

    12

  • sugar

    5

  • addedSugar

    0

  • protein

    15

Healthy Chickpea Salad Recipe

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2 comments
  • MB

    Monica B.Author

    "Same as last night - salad toasted chickpeas + quinoa portobello cap"

  • CE

    Coach Erin

    "Bravo Monica! The combination of salad toasted chickpeas quinoa and portobello cap is a fantastic choice packed with both protein and fiber. The chickpeas and quinoa are excellent sources of protein while the salad and portobello cap provide a good amount of fiber. This balanced meal not only supports your health but also helps you stay full longer. Keep making these thoughtful choices and youll reach your target before you know it!"