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Viral Chickpea Quinoa Salad, Easy Creamy Tahini Bliss

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 420
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining chickpeas, quinoa, fresh vegetables, and a creamy tahini dressing for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Canned Goods

  • 1 can Chickpeas (Rinsed and drained)
  • 1 cup Cooked quinoa (Cook in vegetable broth for flavor)
  • 1 piece Tomato (Roma recommended for less water content)
  • 1 piece Cucumber (English cucumber recommended)
  • 1/4 cup Red onion (Soak in ice water for 10 minutes to mellow flavor)
  • 1/2 piece Avocado (Add just before serving)
  • 1/4 cup Roasted pistachios (Lightly toasted for flavor)
  • 1/4 cup Parsley (Mince stems and leaves together)
  • 2 tbsp Lemon juice (Maximize yield by rolling lemons before juicing)
  • 1 tsp Cumin (Toast whole seeds for better aroma)

Other

  • 3 tbsp Tahini (Choose well-stirred, runny brands)

Instructions 

  • Combine chickpeas, cooked quinoa, chopped vegetables, and parsley in a large bowl.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, cumin, and a little water to make the dressing.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
  • Add sliced avocado and toasted pistachios just before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, toast cumin seeds before grinding.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $12
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Chickpeas, Quinoa, Vegetables