Lemon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad

Lemon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that’s light yet filling.

Packed with protein from chickpeas and quinoa, this salad is tossed in a zesty lemon dressing that’s bursting with flavor. It’s the perfect balance of tangy, savory, and fresh, making it an ideal choice for a healthy lunch, side dish, or potluck offering. Whether you’re looking for a quick, nutritious meal or a versatile salad for any occasion, this recipe has you covered!

Kitchen Equipment Needed

Medium saucepan
Large mixing bowl
Measuring cups and spoons
Fine mesh strainer
Whisk
Cutting board and knife

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa, rinsed
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, finely diced
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
¼ cup fresh mint, chopped (optional)

For the Lemon Dressing
¼ cup olive oil
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
1 tsp lemon zest
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tsp ground cumin
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Directions

Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and let cool.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint (if using).
Pour the lemon dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

15 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories: 220
Protein: 7g
Carbohydrates: 28g
Fat: 9g
Fiber: 5g
Sodium: 240mg

This Lemon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad is a versatile, nutritious dish that brings together fresh vegetables, hearty quinoa, and a zesty lemon dressing for a meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious! 🌿🍋

Lemon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad

Lemon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that's light yet filling.

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Equipment

• Medium saucepan
• Large mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Fine mesh strainer
• Whisk
• Cutting board and knife

Ingredients

  

• 1 cup quinoa rinsed
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cucumber diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
• ¼ cup red onion finely diced
• ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
• ¼ cup fresh mint chopped (optional)
• For the Lemon Dressing
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice about 1 lemon
• 1 tsp lemon zest
• 1 clove garlic minced
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

 

• Rinse the quinoa under cold water using a fine mesh strainer. In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water or vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat, fluff with a fork, and let cool.
• In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.
• In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint (if using).
• Pour the lemon dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
• Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.