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Peach Chickpea Quinoa Bowl

Peach Chickpea Quinoa Bowl
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The Peach Chickpea Quinoa Bowl is a vibrant, nutritious, and flavorful meal combining the natural sweetness of ripe peaches with hearty chickpeas and wholesome quinoa. Perfect for quick, healthy eating anytime, it offers a balanced blend of protein, fiber, and fresh ingredients, making it ideal for meal prep, lunch, dinner, or even breakfast.

Ingredients

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Grains and Legumes

  • 1 cup quinoa (rinsed and cooked)
  • 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)

Fresh Produce

  • 2 ripe peaches (diced)
  • Handful of spinach or mixed greens (rinsed and dried)
  • 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • Fresh mint or basil leaves (chopped)
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Dairy

  • Crumbled feta cheese (to taste)

Oils and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Freshly cracked black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Quinoa: Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water to remove bitterness. Cook it in 2 cups of water by bringing to a boil, reducing heat, covering, and simmering for about 15 minutes until fluffy. Let it cool slightly before assembling.
  2. Prep the Fresh Ingredients: While the quinoa cooks, dice 2 ripe peaches, thinly slice half a red onion, and chop fresh mint or basil leaves. Rinse and dry a handful of spinach or mixed greens to keep everything crisp.
  3. Combine the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse a can of chickpeas thoroughly, then add them to a large mixing bowl along with the cooled quinoa and fresh veggies.
  4. Make the Dressing: Whisk together 2 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice of one lemon, salt, and freshly cracked pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste, balancing the acidity and pepper with a pinch of salt.
  5. Toss and Assemble: Pour the dressing over the quinoa, chickpeas, peaches, and greens. Toss gently to combine all ingredients without mashing the fruit. Finish by crumbling feta cheese over the top and sprinkling fresh herbs.

Notes

  • Use ripe peaches for maximum sweetness and juiciness.
  • Let quinoa cool before mixing to prevent wilting greens and mushy texture.
  • Adjust lemon juice and salt incrementally to achieve a perfect sweet-savory balance.
  • Add crunchy nuts or seeds like toasted almonds or pumpkin seeds for texture variety.
  • Don’t skip fresh herbs; they brighten the flavors and elevate the bowl.

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Keywords: Peach, Chickpea, Quinoa, Healthy, Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Quick Meal, Protein, Fiber, Summer Bowl

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