High-Protein Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas & Veggies

A vibrant and nutritious High-Protein Quinoa Salad with Lentils, designed to cater to your health goals while avoiding allergens. This salad combines the wholesome goodness of quinoa and lentils, both excellent sources of protein, with a colorful medley of diced bell peppers, crisp cucumbers, ripe tomatoes, and zesty red onion. Tossed in a zesty lemon juice and tahini dressing, this dish is not only satisfying but also rich in healthy fats, fibers, and antioxidants. Perfect for a quick lunch or a light dinner, this salad is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature, making it an ideal choice for meal prep. Bursting with flavors and textures, this recipe offers a delightful way to embrace healthy eating while balancing your nutritional needs. Enjoy the benefits of balanced macronutrients and a refreshing dose of Mediterranean flavors in every bite!

Overview

Prep Time

10 min

Cook Time

25 min

Total Time

35 min

Yield

4 servings

Serving Size

1 cup (350 grams)

Quinoa

Rinsed and cooked

Recommended Brand: Bob's Red Mill

1 cup

Lentils

Rinsed and cooked

Recommended Brand: Goya

1 cup

Bell Pepper

Diced

1/2 cup

Cucumber

Diced

1/2 cup

Tomatoes

Diced

1/2 cup

Red Onion

Finely chopped

1/4 cup

Lemon Juice

Recommended Brand: Santa Cruz Organic

3 tablespoons

Tahini

Ensure it's pure sesame

Recommended Brand: Stonewall Kitchen

2 tablespoons

Salt

1/2 teaspoon

Black Pepper

1/4 teaspoon

Steps

 
0 of 6

Nutrition Facts

Calories per Serving

320

Total Fat

10g

Saturated Fat

1.5g

Trans Fat

0g

Monounsaturated Fat

3.5g

Polyunsaturated Fat

2g

Cholesterol

0mg

Sodium

250mg

Total Carbohydrates

45g

Dietary Fiber

12g

Soluble Fiber

3g

Insoluble Fiber

9g

Total Sugars

2g

Added Sugars

0g

Sugar Alcohols

0g

Protein

17g

Calcium

60mg

Iron

3.5mg

Potassium

550mg

Vitamin A

700mcg

Vitamin C

25mg

Phosphorus

210mg

This recipe was crafted to avoid the following ingredients:
Peanut
Tree Nut
Soy
Avocado
Celery
Garlic
Yeast
Gluten
Wheat
Durum Wheat
Buckwheat
Apple
Banana
Kiwi
Blueberry
Cherry
Pear
Plum
Peach
Nectarine
Latex
Birchwood