YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Spiced Chickpea & Quinoa Bowl with Fresh Greens
A vibrant bowl combining nutty quinoa and hearty chickpeas tossed with fresh spinach and red bell pepper, lightly dressed in olive oil and a squeeze of lemon, then finished with a cool dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt. Infused with warm spices like cumin and smoked paprika, this bowl is a delightful medley of textures and flavors that satisfies both taste and nutritional goals.
INGREDIENTS
0.75 cup cooked quinoa
1 cup cooked chickpeas
1 cup fresh spinach
1 medium red bell pepper
1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
0.5 cup nonfat Greek yogurt
0.5 tsp ground cumin
0.5 tsp smoked paprika
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tbsp lemon juice
PREPARATION
Prepare the quinoa according to package directions, then measure out 0.75 cup once cooked.
Rinse and drain the cooked chickpeas if using canned or heat them if freshly prepared.
Dice the red bell pepper and roughly chop the spinach.
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper to create the spiced dressing.
In a large bowl, mix together the quinoa, chickpeas, spinach, and red bell pepper.
Drizzle the spiced dressing over the mixture and toss gently to combine.
Top with a dollop of nonfat Greek yogurt and serve immediately or chill for a refreshing meal.