Rainbow Quinoa Power Salad

Name: Rainbow Quinoa Power Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa, cooked; 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and dried; 1 TL smoked paprika; 1 red bell pepper, diced; 1 cup shredded purple cabbage; 1/2 cucumber, diced; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 avocado, diced; 1/4 cup tahini; 1 lemon, juiced; 2 EL olive oil; 1 TL maple syrup; Salt, pepper, and fresh parsley to taste

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Fuel your body with this colorful Rainbow Quinoa Power Salad, a complete plant-based meal that's as delicious as it is nutritious. Protein-packed quinoa forms the base, topped with crispy, spice-roasted chickpeas and a rainbow of fresh vegetables including shredded purple cabbage, diced bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and creamy avocado. The salad is finished with a generous drizzle of creamy, tangy lemon-tahini dressing and a sprinkle of fresh herbs. Every component adds a unique texture and flavor, creating a satisfying salad that never feels boring. Perfect for post-workout meals, healthy lunches, or as a vibrant side dish, this salad stores beautifully, making it a top choice for weekly meal prep that supports a healthy, energetic lifestyle.

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A vibrant bowl of rainbow quinoa salad with chickpeas, avocado, peppers, and cabbage with tahini dressing

Prep Time20 min

Cook Time25 min

Servings4 servings

Equipment

Baking sheetSaucepanMixing bowls

Instructions

1
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss dried chickpeas with 1 tbsp olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Roast for 20-25 minutes until crispy.
2
Cook quinoa according to package directions. Let cool slightly.
3
Whisk tahini, lemon juice, remaining olive oil, maple syrup, and 2-3 tbsp water until a smooth, pourable dressing forms. Season with salt and pepper.
4
In a large bowl, combine cooled quinoa, roasted chickpeas, bell pepper, cabbage, cucumber, and tomatoes.
5
Gently fold in diced avocado. Drizzle with tahini dressing, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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