Mediterranean Quinoa Salad

A refreshing and nutritious salad with quinoa, vegetables, chickpeas, and a lemon-herb dressing.

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup Quinoa
• 1/2 cup Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup Cucumber, diced
• 1/2 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 cup Red Onion, finely chopped
• 2 tbsp Fresh Parsley, chopped
• 1 tbsp Fresh Mint, chopped
• 2 tbsp Lemon Juice
• 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• to taste Salt
• to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper
• 1/4 cup Kalamata Olives, pitted and halved (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let cool slightly.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Add Kalamata olives if desired.
5. Let salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Suitability: vegetarian,dairy-free,gluten-free

Prep Time: 20 mins

Cook Time: 20 mins

Serving Size: 1

Meal Type: lunch