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Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas

Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas: A Refreshing Vegan Bowl

A delicious Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas recipe that brings flavor and brightness to your table, perfect for a healthy vegan meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Quinoa Base
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinse before cooking
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water
For the Chickpeas and Extras
  • 1 can chickpeas Drained
  • 1 cup cucumbers Optional, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes Optional, halved
For the Fresh Herb Medley
  • 1 cup fresh parsley Chopped
  • 1 cup fresh mint Chopped
  • 1/2 cup dill Chopped
  • 1/2 cup green onions Sliced
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 large lemon juice and zest
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 1 pinch red pepper flakes Optional
  • to taste sea salt
  • to taste black pepper

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Fine-mesh sieve
  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine-mesh sieve for about 30 seconds.
  2. Combine rinsed quinoa with vegetable broth or water in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 15 minutes.
  4. Let the quinoa rest covered for 5 to 10 minutes.
  5. Chop the fresh herbs and vegetables while quinoa rests.
  6. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, sea salt, and black pepper for dressing.
  7. Fluff cooked quinoa, transfer to a mixing bowl, and gently fold in chickpeas, herbs, and vegetables.
  8. Drizzle dressing over the mixture and toss to combine thoroughly.
  9. Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 49gProtein: 12gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Perfect for meal prep, store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

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