Mediterranean Chickpea and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing

Name: Mediterranean Chickpea and Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa (rinsed); 2 cups water; 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved); 1 medium cucumber (diced); 1/4 cup red onion (finely chopped); 1/4 cup kalamata olives (sliced); 1/4 cup feta cheese (crumbled); 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped); 1/4 cup olive oil; 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed); 1 clove garlic (minced); 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

VegetarianMediterraneanLunchQuickEasyHealthy

⏱️ 20m PREP

🔥 15m COOK

👥 4 SERVINGS

⚡ 350 CAL/SERV

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Overview

A vibrant, protein-packed salad featuring chickpeas, quinoa, and fresh vegetables, tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, perfect for a refreshing meal.

Macronutrients per serving

grams

Protein

12.0g 17%

Fat

16.0g 23%

Carbs

42.0g 60%

Rich in nutrients

☀️ Vitamin C

30% DV

Supports immune function

🔺 Iron

15% DV

Essential for blood production

☀️ Vitamin A

20% DV

Important for vision and immune health

🌾 Fiber

32% DV

Aids in digestion and promotes satiety

☀️ Folate

25% DV

Important for DNA synthesis and repair

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

1 cup quinoa rinsed
2 cups water
1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
1 medium cucumber diced
1/4 cup red onion finely chopped
1/4 cup kalamata olives sliced
1/4 cup feta cheese crumbled
1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped

Lemon Dressing

1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
1 clove garlic minced
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1 In a medium saucepan, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the rinsed quinoa, cover, and reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the quinoa is cooked and the water is absorbed.
2 Fluff the quinoa with a fork and set it aside to cool.
3 In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, and parsley.
4 In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
5 Add the cooled quinoa to the large bowl with the vegetables and mix gently to combine.
6 Pour the lemon dressing over the salad and toss everything together until well coated.
7 Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
8 Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature, as a side dish or a light meal.