Lemon Chickpea Quinoa Salad

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Lemon Chickpea Quinoa Salad

A fresh summer salad that’s loaded with protein-packed Ancient Harvest™ Organic Harmony Quinoa is the perfect recipe for lunch or dinner.

Prep Time: 5

Total Time: 20

Ingredients

1 cup Ancient Harvest Harmony Quinoa
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 ½ cups frozen corn, thawed
1 ½ cups cooked chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1.5 ounce package baby spinach
Optional toppings: goat cheese or feta cheese
Salad Dressing:
6 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
6 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
6 tablespoons well-chopped Kalamata olives, pitted
1 ½ teaspoons dried oregano
¼ teaspoon salt and black pepper

Directions

Cook quinoa according to package instructions.
Add dressing ingredients into a jar and shake well. Set aside.
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add corn and chickpeas and cook for 5-7 minutes. Stir frequently.
Stir in spinach for 2-3 minutes, until wilted.
Stir in quinoa.
Add desired amount of dressing and stir until fully coated.
Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Top with goat cheese or feta.

Servings: 4

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