Quinoa and Chickpea Salad

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Steps

1. In a medium saucepan, combine quinoa and water
2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes
3. Remove from heat and let sit covered for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork
4. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and parsley
5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper
6. Pour dressing over the salad and toss well to combine
7. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld
8. Serve chilled or at room temperature