CARROT SALAD WITH RED QUINOA AND CHICKPEAS

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Categories     Salad     High Fiber     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Healthy     Vegan

Yield 6-8 people

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/2 cup red quinoa
1/2 cup lemon juice $
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil $
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon sugar $
4 medium rainbow or regular carrots (about 12 oz. total), peeled and thinly sliced*
1 can (15 oz.) chickpeas (garbanzos), drained and rinsed

Steps:

  • 1. Rinse quinoa well and cook according to package instructions. Spread on a rimmed baking sheet to cool. 2. Meanwhile, whisk lemon juice with oil, salt, and sugar in a large bowl. Add carrots and toss to coat. 3. Mix in cooled quinoa and chickpeas, then transfer salad to a lidded container. *Using a hand-held slicer makes the slicing go faster. Make ahead: Up to 2 days, covered and chilled.

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