Healthy Dinner Salad
healthy and quick dinner salad
This hearty and healthy salad is packed with protein and fiber, making it an ideal meal for vegetarians and vegans. Plus, it can be enjoyed both warm and cold, so it’s perfect for any time of year.
Calories: 174 | Fat: 4g | Carbs: 4g | Protein: 29g | Fiber: 1g | Servings: 2
Nutritious and Delicious Salad
Looking for a nutritious and delicious dinner option? Try this tasty salad made with quinoa and chickpeas. This hearty and healthy salad is packed with protein and fiber, making it an ideal meal for vegetarians and vegans. Plus, it can be enjoyed both warm and cold, so it’s perfect for any time of year.
Quick & Easy
To make this healthy dinner salad, start by cooking up two cups of quinoa and two cups of chickpeas. Then, in a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumbers, finely chopped red onion, chopped fresh herbs, and crumbled feta cheese.
Whisk together lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well combined. Serve the salad warm or cold, and enjoy!
Ingredients
• 2 cups cooked quinoa
• 2 cups cooked chickpeas
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cup diced cucumbers
• 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley, cilantro, and dill
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine the quinoa, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, herbs, and feta.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until combined.
4. Serve the salad warm or cold. Enjoy!
This healthy dinner salad is full of flavor and nutrition. The quinoa and chickpeas provide plenty of fiber and protein, while the tomatoes and cucumbers add a burst of freshness. The herbs, feta, and dressing give the salad a zesty flavor. This salad is sure to become a regular part of your meal rotation!
Hi. I’m Katie.
a Working Against Gravity Certified Nutrition Coach, a 10-year practitioner and leader in clean beauty with the support of Beautycounter, a lifelong athlete and learner. Today my focus is on helping others down their own path of healthier choice and a lifestyle that supports their individual goals.
