How to Make Lemon-Tahini Quinoa with Raw Chickpeas - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish that's easy to make and bursting with flavor? Look no further than this Lemon-Tahini Quinoa with Raw Chickpeas recipe. This vibrant dish is a perfect blend of zesty lemon, creamy tahini, and nutty quinoa, all brought together with the addition of raw chickpeas for a satisfying crunch.

Quinoa is a versatile and protein-packed grain that makes the perfect base for this dish, providing a satisfying and nutritious foundation for the bold f...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 ½ cups thinly sliced red cabbage
  • 1 cup raw chickpeas
  • 1 bunch fresh parsley, minced
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 5 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Mix olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, garlic, salt, and pepper together a bowl until smooth. Set lemon-tahini sauce aside.
  • Bring water, quinoa, and salt to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, until quinoa is tender, about 15 minutes. Remove from heat, cover, and let sit for for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork.
  • Toss lemon-tahini sauce with quinoa, red cabbage, raw chickpeas, fresh parsley, and scallions.
  • Nutrition

    352 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 444mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 44g
    • Dietary Fiber: 9g
    • Total Sugars: 5g
    • Protein: 12g
    • Vitamin C: 34mg
    • Calcium: 104mg
    • Iron: 5mg
    • Potassium: 620mg