Chickpea and Quinoa Salad with Lemon- Tahini Dressing
Deliciously fresh and healthy Chickpea and Quinoa Salad with Lemon- Tahini Dressing
Ingredients
For the salad:
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed and drained
- 2 cup water
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 red onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
For the dressing:
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Water, as needed to thin the dressing
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for15-20 minutes, until quinoa is tender and water has been absorbed.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, chopped red bell pepper, chopped red onion, andchopped fresh parsley
- In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, maple syrup, salt, and blackpepper. Add water as needed to thin the dressing to your desired consistency.
- Pour the dressing over the quinoa salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Notes
fat 18g protein 14g calories 410kcal carbs 50g
Nutrition
Calories: 410kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 14gFat: 18g
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