Description
A bright and flavorful quinoa dish packed with fresh herbs, zesty lemon, and protein-rich chickpeas. Simple, healthy, and versatile, perfect for weeknights or lunches.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup quinoa, rinsed thoroughly
- 2 cups vegetable broth (or water)
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1–2 lemons
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint (optional)
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Cook Quinoa: Combine rinsed quinoa and vegetable broth (or water) in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes until liquid is absorbed and quinoa is tender.
- 2. Fluff Quinoa: Remove from heat, let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff gently with a fork.
- 3. Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine fluffed quinoa, rinsed chickpeas, olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, mint (if using), dill (if using), and garlic powder.
- 4. Season and Toss: Season generously with salt and pepper. Toss gently to combine.
- 5. Taste and Adjust: Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more lemon, salt, or pepper.
- 6. Serve: Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled.
Notes
Store cooled mixture in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently on the stovetop with a splash of liquid, or microwave. Delicious served cold as well.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g