Print

Asparagus and Chickpea Quinoa Salad with Feta

Print Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

A vibrant and healthy salad featuring roasted asparagus, chickpeas, quinoa, and creamy feta, perfect for any meal.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 1 pound asparagus (trimmed)
  • 2 tablespoons + 1 teaspoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup fresh squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic (crushed)
  • 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced scallions (about 3 scallions)
  • 2.5 ounces feta cheese (crumbled)
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, parsley, or cilantro (optional for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Wash the asparagus and trim the tough ends.
  3. Toss the asparagus with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper.
  4. Arrange the asparagus on a baking sheet in a single layer.
  5. Roast in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes, or until the asparagus is tender and slightly caramelized.
  6. Rinse quinoa thoroughly under cold water to remove bitterness.
  7. Combine quinoa with 2 cups of water in a medium saucepan.
  8. Bring to a boil over high heat.
  9. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until quinoa is fluffy and water is absorbed.
  10. Remove quinoa from heat and let it sit for 5 minutes, then fluff with a fork.
  11. Combine the roasted asparagus, chickpeas, scallions, lemon juice, crushed garlic, and remaining olive oil in a large bowl.
  12. Fold in the fluffed quinoa gently.
  13. Add crumbled feta cheese and mint, parsley, or cilantro for extra flavor.
  14. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
  15. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and tastes even better after the flavors meld together in the fridge.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://www.glutenfreez.com/asparagus-chickpea-quinoa-salad-feta/