Fiber-Rich Chickpea and Quinoa Salad
A delicious and heart-healthy salad packed with fiber, plant-based proteins, and healthy fats to support a diet aimed at lowering high cholesterol.
Ingredients
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until well combined.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy!
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 320 |
| Protein (g) | 12 |
| Carbs (g) | 45 |
| Fiber (g) | 10 |
| Sugar (g) | 5 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 1 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 300 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |