Sea-Inspired Vegan Delight

About this recipe

Experience the refreshing flavors of the sea without the seafood. This vegan quinoa salad blends nutrient-rich ingredients like seaweed, chickpeas, and fresh herbs, offering a wholesome and delicious meal that evokes the ocean breeze. Perfect for a quick healthy lunch or a light dinner.

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 red bell pepper, diced
• 1/2 red onion, diced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
• 1/4 cup rehydrated mixed seaweed
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Cook the quinoa according to package instructions and set aside to cool.

2. 2

   Rehydrate seaweed according to package directions, then drain and chop.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, combine quinoa, chickpeas, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, cilantro, dill, chives, and seaweed.

4. 4

   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, sea salt, and black pepper.

5. 5

   Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to coat evenly.

6. 6

   Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.