Zucchini Chickpea Quinoa Salad (Recipe)

Aug 18, 2021

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Zucchini Chickpea Quinoa Salad Recipe


Ingredients

For the Salad:

✅ 1/2 cup quinoa, cooked according to package

✅ 1 - 15oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed

✅ 1 medium zucchini, chopped into small chunks {about 1 1/2 cups}

✅ 3 green onions, green parts chopped

✅ 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped


For The Dressing:

✅ 3 Tablespoons olive oil

✅ 1 Tablespoon lemon juice {optional}

✅ 1 teaspoon turmeric

✅ 1 teaspoon cumin

✅ 1/2 teaspoon paprika

✅ 1/4 teaspoon salt

✅ 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instructions


1️⃣ Cook quinoa according to package and set aside to cool.


2️⃣ In a large mixing bowl mix chickpeas, zucchini, green onions and parsley together.


3️⃣ In a small mixing bowl whisk together the olive oil, tumeric, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper for the dressing. Taste and adjust the seasoning.


4️⃣ Add the quinoa to the zucchini and chickpea mixture and combine.


5️⃣ Mix in dressing and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.


6️⃣ Garnish with fresh parsley.


Enjoy!!!


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