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One Pot Moroccan-Inspired Chickpea Quinoa Salad Recipe

One Pot Moroccan-Inspired Chickpea Quinoa Salad Recipe
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This One Pot Moroccan-Inspired Chickpea Quinoa Salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish, combining warm spices with hearty quinoa and chickpeas, accented by sweet cranberries and crunchy toasted almonds. Perfect as a nutritious lunch or light dinner, this recipe is easy to prepare and packs a wholesome punch in every bite.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • ½ tablespoon coconut oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup uncooked quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetarian broth (or water)
  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained

Spices and Seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • ½ teaspoon cumin
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Add-ins and Garnish

  • 2/3 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/3 cup finely diced flat leaf parsley
  • ½ cup sliced toasted almonds

Instructions

  1. Sauté Onions and Spices: Add coconut oil to a large pot and place over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in turmeric, cumin, cinnamon, salt, and freshly ground black pepper, cooking for an additional 30 seconds to release the spices’ aromas.
  2. Cook Quinoa: Pour in the vegetarian broth (or water) and add the uncooked quinoa. Bring the mixture to a boil, then cover the pot, reduce heat to low, and simmer for exactly 15 minutes. After cooking, remove from heat and fluff the quinoa gently with a fork.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Stir in the rinsed chickpeas, dried cranberries, and finely diced parsley into the fluffed quinoa. Mix well to combine all flavors evenly. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed.
  4. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle the salad with toasted sliced almonds and extra parsley for garnish. Serve warm or chilled. Ideal for meal prep, you can portion it into mason jars or containers for easy lunches throughout the week.

Notes

  • You can substitute the vegetarian broth with vegetable stock for added flavor or water if preferred.
  • For a nut-free version, omit the toasted almonds or replace them with pumpkin seeds.
  • This salad can be served warm, at room temperature, or chilled depending on your preference.
  • Make sure to rinse quinoa thoroughly before cooking to remove its natural bitterness.
  • Adjust the seasoning gradually, especially salt and pepper, to suit your taste.

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