Description
Tomato Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that brings together the wholesome goodness of quinoa and fresh vegetables. This salad is perfect for meal prep, allowing you to enjoy nutritious lunches or side dishes throughout the week. With a zesty lime dressing and protein-packed chickpeas, this refreshing salad not only bursts with flavor but also keeps you feeling energized. Ready in just 22 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy days or gatherings. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins to make it your own—this recipe is as versatile as it is delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup dry quinoa
- 3/4 cup water
- 2–3 cups chopped/sliced tomato
- 15 oz can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
- 2 TBSP avocado oil
- 1 clove garlic (smashed and minced)
- 1 TBSP fresh chopped parsley
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp pepper
- additional fresh chopped parsley (to taste)
Instructions
- Rinse 1/2 cup of dry quinoa in a mesh strainer. In a small pot over medium heat, lightly toast the quinoa for a few minutes, then add 3/4 cup water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 12-13 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, chop 2-3 cups of tomatoes, drain and rinse a 15 oz can of chickpeas, and slice green onions.
- For the dressing, mix 1/4 cup lime juice, 2 tablespoons avocado oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Once quinoa cools slightly, fluff with a fork and combine with tomatoes, chickpeas, green onions, and additional parsley if desired. Toss with half of the dressing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 275
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg