Mediterranean Quinoa and Chickpea Salad

Name: Mediterranean Quinoa and Chickpea Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 cup quinoa; 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed; 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cucumber, diced; 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced; 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp lemon juice; Salt and pepper to taste

A vibrant and nutrient-packed Mediterranean quinoa and chickpea salad, perfect for boosting longevity with anti-aging benefits. This dish is rich in polyphenols and antioxidants, promoting heart health and reducing inflammation.

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Prep (min)

Cook (min)

Servings

350

Calories

Ingredients

1 cup quinoa
1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cucumber, diced
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1
Rinse the quinoa under cold water. Cook it according to package instructions until fluffy.
2
In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives.
3
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, and gently toss to combine.
4
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Recipe Info

DifficultyEasy

Total Time35 min

TargetMen & Women

Nutritional Info (per serving)

12g

Protein

45g

Carbs

14g

Fat

Fiber

Longevity Benefits

This recipe is designed to support healthy aging through:

✓Maximum nutrition per calorie
✓Fight oxidative stress with powerful antioxidants

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