Ingredients

For the salad:

120g quinoa
360ml water
1 tin chickpeas, 240g drained weight
1 small cucumber
1 yellow pepper
1 red onion
10 cherry tomatoes
1 handful of parsley
1 handful of dill

For the dressing:

35g cashews
180ml water
1 lemon, juice only
1 clove garlic
1tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Top tip:

For those wanting to pad out this salad with even more protein, you could add some greek yoghurt to the side and grill some tofu or chicken to add on top!

Quinoa & chickpea salad

Name: Quinoa & chickpea salad
Cook time: 25 mins
Total time: 25 mins
Yield: Serves 2-4
Ingredients: 120g quinoa; 360ml water; 1 tin chickpeas, 240g drained weight; 1 small cucumber; 1 yellow pepper; 1 red onion; 10 cherry tomatoes; 1 handful of parsley; 1 handful of dill; 35g cashews; 180ml water; 1 lemon, juice only; 1 clove garlic; 1tbsp olive oil; Salt and pepper, to taste; For those wanting to pad out this salad with even more protein, you could add some greek yoghurt to the side and grill some tofu or chicken to add on top!

25 mins

Easy

Serves 2-4

Recipe byEmma Walton

Packed full of protein, this quinoa & chickpea salad is simple, quick to make, incredibly versatile and works perfectly as an impressive side dish at a BBQ or a speedy lunch in the sunshine.

Jordan Whiting, one of our nutritionists at H&B, who has a MSc in Sports & Exercise Nutrition and specialises in the benefits of natural foods explains why some of these ingredients are great to include in your diet:

Packed full of protein, this quinoa & chickpea salad is simple, quick to make, incredibly versatile, vegan and gluten-free and works perfectly as an impressive side dish!

There are many benefits to adding protein into your diet; it’s a macronutrient made up of strings of essential amino acids that we need to grow, repair, and maintain bones & muscles, it can keep you feeling fuller for longer and it can reduce fatigue. Ultimately, keeping you moving better, for longer!

Ingredients

For the salad:

120g quinoa
360ml water
1 tin chickpeas, 240g drained weight
1 small cucumber
1 yellow pepper
1 red onion
10 cherry tomatoes
1 handful of parsley
1 handful of dill

For the dressing:

35g cashews
180ml water
1 lemon, juice only
1 clove garlic
1tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper, to taste

Top tip:

For those wanting to pad out this salad with even more protein, you could add some greek yoghurt to the side and grill some tofu or chicken to add on top!

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Nutrition

Quinoa

"This is a complete plant-based protein, providing approximately 8 grams of protein per 185 grams. Its protein content is accompanied by essential nutrients like iron, magnesium, and fibre making it an excellent source of protein as well as vitamins and minerals!"

Chickpeas

"This is another excellent plant-based protein source, boasting around 15 grams of protein 165 grams. They [chickpeas] are also rich in dietary fibre, promoting digestive well-being and a sustainable source of energy."

Greek yoghurt

"This is a creamy delight packed with approximately 20 grams of protein per 170-gram serving. It contains calcium, probiotics, and other essential nutrients that help support bone health and increase protein intake."

Grilled chicken breast

"Grilled chicken breast is a lean and versatile source of protein, offering about 25 grams per 85-gram serving. It contains all the essential amino acids, promoting muscle growth and repair."