Description
Tomato Quinoa Salad is a deliciously refreshing dish that is perfect for busy lifestyles. Packed with wholesome ingredients, this salad combines fluffy quinoa, protein-rich chickpeas, and vibrant tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty lime dressing. It comes together in just 22 minutes and is ideal for meal prep, making it easy to grab a healthy lunch or side throughout the week. Whether enjoyed as a main course or a colorful accompaniment to your favorite protein, this versatile salad will brighten up your meals with its fresh flavors and satisfying crunch.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup dry quinoa
- 3/4 cup water
- 2–3 cups chopped/sliced tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup chopped green onion
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice (from 2 limes)
- 2 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley
- Ground cumin
- Salt
- Pepper
Instructions
- Rinse quinoa thoroughly using a mesh strainer. In a small pot over medium heat, lightly toast the quinoa for a few minutes until fragrant.
- Add water to the pot, bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer covered for 12–13 minutes until fluffy.
- While quinoa cooks, prep tomatoes and green onions. In a bowl, combine lime juice, avocado oil, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Fluff cooked quinoa with a fork and allow it to cool slightly. Combine with tomatoes, chickpeas, green onion, and extra parsley if desired. Toss with half of the dressing before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg