Chickpea quinoa salad with cucumber, tomato, herbs and lemon dressing

Meal-prep lunch

Easy Chickpea Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing

Fresh, filling and easy to prepare, this salad works as a packed lunch, a side dish or part of a simple meal-prep routine.

Prep 15 minCook 15 min2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 cup cooked chickpeas
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • ½ cup cucumber and ½ cup tomato
  • ¼ cup red onion, parsley and bell pepper
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon cumin, paprika, salt and pepper

Instructions

  1. Add chickpeas, quinoa, cucumber, tomato, onion, parsley, bell pepper and pumpkin seeds to a bowl.
  2. Whisk lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt and pepper.
  3. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  4. Refrigerate for 20–30 minutes before serving.

Estimated nutrition per serving

425Calories
16 gProtein
66 gCarbs
13 gFat
13 gFiber

Why this works

Chickpeas contribute plant-based protein and fiber. Quinoa provides carbohydrates and additional protein, while vegetables add variety and volume. Olive oil and seeds contribute unsaturated fats. Values are estimates and vary by ingredients.

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