Go Back
–+ servings
quinoa-with-chickpeas-and-tomatoes-recipe

Quinoa with Chickpeas and Tomatoes

A simple and healthy quinoa dish with chickpeas and tomatoes.
Print Recipe Pin This
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups water

Instructions 

  1. 1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. 2. In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. 3. In a mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, olive oil, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  4. 4. Fluff the cooked quinoa with a fork and add it to the mixing bowl. Stir to combine.
  5. 5. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 400mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Chickpeas, Quinoa, Tomatoes
Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!