Mediterranean Quinoa & Chickpea Salad with Lemon-Herb Dressing

Ingredients

• 1 cup Quinoa
• 1 can Chickpeas
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red Onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley
• 0.25 cup Fresh Mint
• 1 Lemon 1 Lemon
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Sea Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper

Instructions

1. Cook quinoa according to package directions. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
2. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss gently to combine.
5. Serve immediately or chill for later. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.

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