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Exotic Moroccan Chickpea Quinoa Delight - Vegan - Frenchynosh

Moroccan Chickpea Quinoa Salad - Vegan

Experience the vibrant and exotic flavors of Morocco with our Moroccan Chickpea Quinoa Salad. Bursting with a blend of fragrant spices, sweet dried apricots, and fresh herbs, this salad is a delightful discovery for your taste buds. The combination of fluffy quinoa and chickpeas provides a hearty base, while the toasted almonds add a satisfying crunch.
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Temps de préparation 15 minutes
Temps de cuisson 15 minutes
Temps total 30 minutes
Type de plat Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Portions 4 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Ingrédients
  

  • 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1/4 cup almonds, toasted and chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • Salt and and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the quinoa according to package instructions, then let it cool to room temperature.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground cumin, coriander, and cinnamon. Add the cooked quinoa and mix well to coat the quinoa with the spices.
  • Stir in the chickpeas, dried apricots, red onion, mint, cilantro, and toasted almonds.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
  • Let the salad sit for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 100gCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtéines: 9gFat: 15gSucre: 12g
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