Lemony Quinoa Tabouli with Chick Peas
3
Points® value
Total Time
25 min
Prep
10 min
Cook
15 min
Serves
6
Difficulty
Easy
Protein packed quinoa makes a great substitute for bulgar in this lemony tabouli salad. Chickpeas up the fiber and protein for a filling lunch or light dinner.
Ingredients
Uncooked quinoa
1 cup(s)
Water
1¾ cup(s)
Table salt
1½ tsp(s), divided
Olive oil
1 tbsp(s), extra virgin
Fresh lemon juice
2 tbsp(s)
Lemon zest
2 tsp(s)
Dijon mustard
1 tsp(s)
Black pepper
⅛ pinch(es)
Chickpeas
15 oz, 1 can, rinsed and drained
Grape tomatoes
1 cup(s), halved
Peeled cucumber
1 cup(s), seeded and diced
Red onion
⅔ cup(s), sliced, minced
Peppermint leaves
⅓ cup(s), minced
Fresh parsley
¼ cup(s), minced
Lemon
1 medium, cut into wedges