Zesty Quinoa Salad [ 30 min ]
This Zesty Quinoa Salad is not only a feast for the eyes with its vibrant colors, but it also packs a nutritional punch with a blend of quinoa, chickpeas, and fresh veggies. The tangy dressing adds a burst of flavor, making it a perfect dish for a light lunch or a side at dinner. It’s a healthy, quick meal that showcases the best of Mediterranean cuisine.
Ingrédients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water until the water runs clear.
- In a medium saucepan, bring water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce to a simmer, cover, and cook for 15 minutes or until the water is absorbed.
- Remove the quinoa from the heat and let it sit, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork and let it cool.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooled quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, mint, and cucumber.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, apple cider vinegar, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for an hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition
Serving: 100gCalories: 280kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtéines: 8gFat: 12gSucre: 3g
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