Description
A nutritious salad featuring quinoa, chickpeas, and fresh vegetables, perfect for boosting protein intake and promoting healthy skin and hair.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup cooked chickpeas
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
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Instructions
- 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh strainer.
- 2. In a medium pot, bring 2 cups of water to a boil. Add the quinoa and a pinch of salt.
- 3. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes until the water is absorbed.
- 4. Remove from heat and let it sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
- 5. In a large bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.
- 6. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- 7. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.