This Chickpea Quinoa Salad is a light, protein-packed, and flavorful meal featuring chickpeas, quinoa, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. Perfect for meal prep, healthy lunches, or summer gatherings!
1 cup quinoa
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 cucumber, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ red onion, diced
½ cup chopped parsley
¼ cup olive oil
3 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp honey or maple syrup
Salt & pepper to taste
Cook quinoa in 2 cups water or broth; cool completely.
Combine quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, onion, and parsley in a large bowl.
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, honey, salt, and pepper.
Pour dressing over salad and toss well.
Chill for 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.