Middle Eastern-Inspired P Ijouxm
A heart-healthy Middle Eastern dish designed to support a diet aimed at lowering high cholesterol. This recipe is rich in soluble fiber, plant-based proteins, and healthy fats, while avoiding saturated fats, cholesterol, and refined sugars.
Ingredients
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1/2 tsp ground coriander
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa with 2 cups of water. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked and water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, parsley, mint, and red onion.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Pour over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
Serve the P Ijouxm salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a light and nutritious meal or side dish.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 250 |
| Protein (g) | 9 |
| Carbs (g) | 35 |
| Fiber (g) | 7 |
| Sugar (g) | 3 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 1 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 300 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |