Chickpea & Quinoa Summer Salad

Chickpea & Quinoa Summer Salad😍

Protein: ~18–20g per serving

Serves: 2

Ingredients:

👉1 cup cooked chickpeas (or canned, rinsed)

👉1/2 cup cooked quinoa

👉1/2 cup cucumber, chopped

👉1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

👉1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped

👉1/4 cup bell peppers, diced

👉1/4 cup crumbled paneer or feta cheese (optional for extra protein)

👉2 tbsp fresh mint or coriander leaves

👉1 tbsp olive oil

👉Juice of 1 lemon

👉Salt and pepper to taste

(Optional: 1 tsp roasted cumin powder or chaat masala for an Indian twist) 

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix quinoa and chickpeas.

2. Add all chopped veggies and herbs.

3. Drizzle with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

4. Toss gently and top with paneer or feta.

5. Chill for 10 minutes before serving for extra freshness.

🥳It’s light, cooling, protein-rich, and hydrating, perfect for staying full and refreshed without feeling heavy in the heat.