Description
High protein salads are not only a feast for the eyes but also a powerhouse of nutrition that will keep you energized throughout the day. This vibrant salad combines quinoa, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables to create a satisfying meal that’s both filling and healthy. Perfect as a quick lunch or a delightful dish for gatherings, it can be customized to suit your taste. With its refreshing flavors and colorful presentation, this salad is sure to impress everyone at your table. Plus, it takes less than 30 minutes to prepare, making it an ideal choice for busy days. Enjoy this wholesome recipe packed with goodness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- ½ cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until clear. In a large pot, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water or vegetable broth. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for about 15 minutes until liquid is absorbed. Remove from heat and let cool.
- While the quinoa cooks, chop cherry tomatoes and cucumber. Add chopped herbs to a mixing bowl.
- In the large bowl, mix cooled quinoa with chickpeas, chopped veggies, and feta cheese if using. Stir well.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until blended.
- Drizzle dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 6mg