GARBANZO BEAN AND QUINOA SALAD

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This salad uses quinoa, which gives a nice texture and mild nutty flavor to the dish. Best served chilled, this salad is wonderful for picnics.

Provided by Magpie

Categories     Salad     Grains     Quinoa Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup quinoa
2 cups water
1 (15 ounce) can garbanzo beans, drained
½ cup dried cranberries
½ cup golden raisins
⅓ cup sliced almonds
¼ cup mint leaves, chopped
¾ teaspoon ground coriander
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring the quinoa and water to a boil in a saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, and the water has been absorbed, 15 to 20 minutes. Scrape the quinoa into a large bowl, and refrigerate until cold.
  • Stir the garbanzo beans, cranberries, raisins, almonds, mint, coriander, cumin, and olive oil into the quinoa. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212 calories, Carbohydrate 36.6 g, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 112.3 mg, Sugar 11.1 g

Landon Baker
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This salad is a waste of time and ingredients.


Nkhensani Mathebula
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I'm not a fan of garbanzo beans, so I'll probably skip this recipe.


Celeste A Sanabria
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This salad looks a bit too healthy for my taste.


A Ali
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I'm not sure about the combination of garbanzo beans and quinoa, but I'm willing to try it.


Adios Airlines
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.


tanji simmons
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I'm always looking for new and exciting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. It's so flavorful and refreshing.


Krishna Karmoker
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables.


Kristen Goodluck
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I love the addition of feta cheese to this salad. It really takes it to the next level.


Tiron Tiron
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This salad is so healthy and delicious. I feel great about eating it.


Isa Mohammed
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Omar 18
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa and veggies.


TD Andrei
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but I really enjoyed this salad. The dressing is what makes it.


Sosy Elganzory
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This salad was a hit at my last potluck. Everyone loved it!


CuteLovely Secretlover
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I substituted grilled chicken for the garbanzo beans and it turned out great! This salad is so versatile.


Sharon Gonzalez
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This salad is packed with protein and fiber, making it a great option for vegetarians and vegans.


Sarfaz Khan
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I love how easy this salad is to make. It's perfect for a quick and healthy lunch or dinner.


Joe Scarberry
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This salad is a delightful blend of flavors and textures. The garbanzo beans and quinoa provide a hearty base, while the vegetables add a refreshing crunch. The dressing is light and tangy, bringing all the ingredients together perfectly. I highly re