Description
This Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas is a zesty, protein-packed vegetarian dish featuring fluffy quinoa, bright lemon, and fresh herbs. Perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or light dinners, it comes together quickly and keeps beautifully. Top it with feta, avocado, or cherry tomatoes for an even more satisfying twist.
Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
2 cups water or vegetable broth
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas
2 tablespoons olive oil
Juice and zest of 1 lemon
1 clove garlic, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons chopped green onions
Optional: crumbled feta, avocado, cherry tomatoes
Instructions
1. Bring rinsed quinoa and water or broth to a boil in a medium saucepan.
2. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until liquid is absorbed.
3. Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, salt, and pepper.
5. In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chickpeas, parsley, mint, and green onions.
6. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to coat.
7. Top with optional feta, avocado, or cherry tomatoes if using. Serve warm or chilled.
Notes
This salad gets better as it sits—ideal for meal prep.
Rinse your quinoa well to remove bitterness.
Add grilled protein or extra veggies to make it a full meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 325
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: lemon herb quinoa, quinoa salad, vegetarian, healthy lunch