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Roasted Red Pepper Salad

Roasted Red Pepper Salad with Crispy Chickpeas for a Cozy Night

This Roasted Red Pepper Salad is packed with vibrant flavors and over 25 grams of plant protein, making it a nourishing meal perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 3/4 cup Quinoa Rinsed
  • 1 can Crispy Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • 2 pieces Roasted Red Peppers Halved
  • 1 piece Onion Red or yellow, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For roasting
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Lemon Juice
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil For dressing
  • Fresh Parsley Chopped
  • Fresh Dill Chopped
Optional Additions
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
  • Grilled Chicken Additional protein
  • Couscous or Farro Variation for grain

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • medium saucepan
  • fine mesh strainer
  • Jar with Lid

Method
 

Salad Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and prepare your baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse the quinoa under cold water in a fine mesh strainer. In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed quinoa with 1 1/2 cups water and a pinch of kosher salt. Bring to a boil, then simmer covered for 10-12 minutes until fluffy.
  3. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then spread them on the sheet pan alongside the red peppers and onion slices. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roast for 25-30 minutes until crispy and slightly charred.
  4. In a jar, combine lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and optional honey. Shake vigorously until well combined and set aside.
  5. Combine the roasted chickpeas, veggies, and quinoa in a large bowl. Toss in chopped parsley and dill to add freshness.
  6. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently. Top with crumbled feta cheese if desired and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 20gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 30IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 15mg

Notes

Rinse quinoa to remove bitterness. Store salad without dressing in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Dress right before serving to avoid sogginess.

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