Chickpea Arugula Quinoa Salad: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe
This Chickpea Arugula Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and healthy dish, perfect for a light lunch or side. It combines the nutty flavor of quinoa with fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon dressing.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 2 cups water
- 15 oz chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 2 cups fresh arugula
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- 0.25 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled (optional))
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa under cold water for 2 minutes.
- Combine quinoa and water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 15 minutes. Let cool.
- Chop arugula, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, arugula, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a bowl.
- Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Sprinkle feta cheese over the salad (optional).
- Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes.
Notes
For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or avocado for extra flavor and nutrients.
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 45g | Protein: 15g | Fat: 15g | Sodium: 150mg