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Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas Recipe

Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas Recipe

The Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas Recipe is fresh, light and full of flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course / Salad Bowl
Cuisine Mediterranean-Inspired
Servings 4
Calories 360 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups water or vegetable broth
  • 1 can chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 lemon juice and zest
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 garlic cloves minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh mint chopped
  • 1/2 cup cucumber chopped
  • 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes sliced

Instructions
  

Rinse the quinoa

  • Place quinoa in a strainer. Rinse under cold water. This removes bitterness and improves taste.

Boil the water

  • Add water to a pot. Bring it to a boil on medium heat.

Cook the quinoa

  • Add quinoa to boiling water. Cover the pot. Cook for fifteen minutes until soft.

Fluff the quinoa

  • Turn off heat. Let quinoa rest. Fluff gently using a fork.

Prepare chickpeas

  • Rinse chickpeas well. Drain completely. Place in a large mixing bowl.

Add garlic

  • Add minced garlic to the bowl. Mix gently with chickpeas.

Add lemon

  • Add lemon juice and zest. Stir gently to spread flavor evenly.

Add olive oil

  • Pour olive oil slowly. Mix until everything looks shiny and coated.

Add spices

  • Add salt, pepper, oregano and basil. Stir gently to blend flavors.

Add quinoa

  • Add cooked quinoa to the bowl. Mix slowly to avoid breaking grains.

Add vegetables

  • Add cucumber and tomatoes. Mix gently for even color and texture.

Add herbs

  • Add parsley and mint. Stir lightly to keep herbs fresh and green.

Taste and adjust

  • Taste the dish. Add more lemon or salt if needed.

Rest the flavors

  • Let the dish rest for five minutes. This helps flavors blend better.

Serve fresh

  • Serve warm or cold. Enjoy fresh and healthy flavor.

Notes

  • Use vegetable broth instead of water for more flavor.
  • Add avocado for creamy texture.
  • Add feta cheese for a salty bite.
  • Use lime instead of lemon for a new taste.
  • Add olives for Mediterranean style.
  • Add roasted vegetables for extra depth.
  • Add chili flakes for light heat.
Keyword Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas Recipe