Description
A vibrant and nutritious bowl combining sweet peaches, hearty chickpeas, and protein-packed quinoa in a tangy honey-lime dressing. Ready in minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (185g) uncooked quinoa, rinsed well
- 2 cups (470ml) vegetable broth
- 1 can (15 ounces/425g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 ripe peaches, pitted and diced
- 1/2 cup (75g) crumbled feta cheese (dairy-free option available)
- 1/4 cup (30g) red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup (15g) fresh mint leaves, chopped
- For the Honey-Lime Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons (45ml) lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15ml) honey
- 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine quinoa and broth in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 15–20 minutes, until fluffy.
- Meanwhile, drain chickpeas. Dice peaches and red onion. Chop mint.
- Whisk together dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Season to taste.
- In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, chickpeas, peaches, onion, and feta.
- Pour dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Divide into bowls and garnish with fresh mint. Serve immediately!
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare quinoa and dressing in advance; combine before serving.
- Vegan: Omit feta and use maple syrup in place of honey.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Salad, Bowl
- Method: Cooking, Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Peach, Chickpea, Quinoa, Power Bowl, Salad, Healthy, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Mediterranean, Recipe