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Spicy Chickpea and Quinoa Salad

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Spicy Chickpea and Quinoa Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish brimming with flavor. This quick salad combines protein-rich chickpeas, fluffy quinoa, and fresh veggies for a delightful meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves about 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cucumber
  • ½ red onion
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and cook for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
  2. While quinoa cooks, chop cucumber, halve cherry tomatoes, and slice red onion. Combine in a large bowl.
  3. Rinse and drain chickpeas; add to the veggie mix.
  4. Stir in chopped parsley, lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, and paprika.
  5. Gently mix all ingredients until well combined. Let sit for 10 minutes to meld flavors before serving.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (220g)
  • Calories: 360
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 240mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 54g
  • Fiber: 12g
  • Protein: 12g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg