This Moroccan Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a flavorful dish. With the perfect blend of spices, fresh vegetables, and protein-packed quinoa, this salad is sure to satisfy your taste buds and keep you full for hours.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup quinoa
- 1 3/4 cups vegetable broth
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1/2 cucumber, chopped
- 1/2 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
To make the Moroccan Quinoa Salad with Lemon Dressing, start by rinsing the quinoa in cold water. In a saucepan, bring the broth to a boil and add the quinoa. Reduce the heat, cover, and let the quinoa simmer for about 15 minutes, or until all the liquid is absorbed. Once cooked, fluff the quinoa with a fork and allow it to cool.
In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, chickpeas, red onion, raisins, parsley, mint, cilantro, cucumber, and red bell pepper. Mix well.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled and enjoy!