Ingredients

  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed)
  • salt and pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tsp lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp maple syrup
  • 2 cloves garlic (grated or crushed)
  • 1 shallot (minced)
  • 1/2 cup diced celery (1 large or 2 small ribs)
  • 1 apple (diced)
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1 can chickpeas (15 oz) (drained and rinsed)
  • 2 cups or handfuls fresh baby spinach

Ready In 25 Minutes

Servings: 4

Cooking Instructions

Step 1

  • Rinse the quinoa then cook according to package instructions.
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Step 2

  • While the quinoa is cooking, add the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, maple syrup, garlic, shallot and salt and pepper to a large bowl and whisk together.
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Step 3

  • Dice the celery and apple, chop the parsley and add to the bowl with the walnuts, cranberries, chickpeas and spinach.
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Step 4

  • Once the quinoa is cooked, add and toss to combine. Taste and season if needed.
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Step 5

  • Serve right away or chill until ready to serve.