healthiest salad in the word ( instructions)

Here's a recipe for Quinoa & Chickpea Salad—it's delicious, healthy, and packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients. Papastavrou salad

Ingredients:

• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 2 cups water or vegetable broth
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/2 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese (optional)
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1/2 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook the Quinoa: In a pot, bring 2 cups of water (or broth) to a boil. Add quinoa, reduce heat, cover, and let simmer for 12-15 minutes until water is absorbed. Fluff with a fork and let cool.
2. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, cumin, salt, and pepper.
3. Combine Everything: In a large bowl, mix the quinoa, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
4. Dress & Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad, toss to combine, and top with feta cheese if using.
5. Enjoy! Serve chilled or at room temperature.

This salad is nutrient-dense, refreshing, and great for meal prep.