Want to taste the Mediterranean in a low calorie salad?
Yep, that’s a thing. Today’s recipe is Mediterranean salad with arugula and quinoa!
The salad is fresh and green, and it’s paired with a zesty dressing that will knock your socks off. Throw in some lean protein for a filling healthy meal.
Oh, and this dish is high in fiber, which can sometimes be hard to find in other foods.
Let’s eat!
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon of garlic, minced
- 1/2 of a teaspoon of dried oregano
- 1/2 of a teaspoon of sea salt
- 1/4 of teaspoon of black pepper
- 1/4 of a cup of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
For the Salad:
- 8 cups of baby arugula
- 1 cup of cooked quinoa
- 1 can (15 oz) of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 heirloom tomato, finely chopped
- 1/2 of a cup of celery, minced
- 1/4 of a cup of fresh scallions, thinly sliced
- 1/4 of a cup of fresh basil, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a jar. Close the lid and shake until fully combined.
- Combine the salad ingredients in a large salad bowl. Toss it with the dressing and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutritional Facts
Servings: 1
Calories: 196
Fat: 8g
Carbohydrates: 25g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 7g
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