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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

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Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 can chickpeas rinsed & drained
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1 bag of mixed salad greens arugula, spinach, Swiss chard..
  • 1/3 cup pumpkin seeds or any toasted nuts you prefer
  • 1/3 cup feta or goat cheese can omit for vegan
  • 1/4 cup chopped dates or raisins
  • Chopped mint to sprinkle
  • Dressing:
  • 3 Tbsp EVOO
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp honey mustard or Dijon
  • 1 tsp honey or maple syrup if vegan
  • 3/4 tsp chili powder
  • Salt to taste
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon

Instructions
 

  • Cook quinoa according to instructions.
  • While cooking, make the dressing by placing all ingredients in a measuring cup and mixing well to combine.
  • Place carrots and chickpeas in large bowl. Add quiona once cooked and cooled a bit.
  • Add mixed greens and pour dressing over and mix well.
  • Add pumpkin seeds, feta, dates and mint (or whatever toppings you chose).
  • Dish and enjoy!
  • Can be stored and saved for later or meal prep, just keep salad greens and dressing separate and assemble at time of consumption.