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Bowl of lemon herb quinoa with chickpeas and fresh herbs

Lemon Herb Quinoa with Chickpeas

A vibrant and zesty dish combining quinoa, chickpeas, and fresh lemon flavors, perfect for a quick meal and easy cleanup.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 cup quinoa Rinse thoroughly before cooking.
  • 2 cups vegetable broth or water Use broth for added flavor.
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed Approximately 15 oz can.
  • 1 unit lemon, zested and juiced Adjust zest for desired flavor intensity.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper
  • to taste Fresh parsley for garnish Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a medium pot, combine quinoa and vegetable broth or water.
  3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for about 15 minutes or until quinoa is cooked.
Mixing
  1. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, thyme, and oregano.
  2. Mix well.
  3. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serving
  1. Serve warm or chilled, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

This dish is great for meal prep, storing well in the fridge for about 3-5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. Revive with a drizzle of olive oil upon reheating.