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These simple broccoli, chickpea and avocado pita sandwiches are a fresh lunch or dinner option. If you would like to have leftovers, store individual components separately, with plastic wrap pressed against the top surface of the mashed avocado to prevent oxidation (or, use hummus instead). Recipe yields 4 pita sandwiches, or 4 large toasts. INGREDIENTS…

This bold salad can stand as a balanced meal. INGREDIENTS Salad ingredients Dressing ingredients INSTRUCTIONS Cook the wheat berries: Since wheat berries take around an hour to cook, I like to make extra and freeze it for later. To cook the wheat berries, bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large pot.…

A mason jar salad made with components that you can mix and match! Amounts listed below should yield plenty for five mason jar salads. INGREDIENTS Farro (feel free to substitute another grain and/or cook extra for later) Greek dressing (this recipe is easily halved) Chickpea and celery salad Greens and garnishes INSTRUCTIONS To cook the…

A fresh and filling bean salad flavored with lemon and fresh mint and dill. Use steamed lentils and canned chickpeas for a meal ready in under 20 minutes. This salad keeps well for a few days in the fridge and packs great for lunch! INGREDIENTS Lemon dressing Salad INSTRUCTIONS To cook the lentils: Pick over…

A colorful and hearty Greek-inspired salad featuring farro, chickpeas, mint-dill yogurt sauce and plenty of greens. INGREDIENTS Farro Herbed yogurt Salad INSTRUCTIONS Cook the farro: Add the rinsed farro to a large pot and fill it with water. Bring the water to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to a gentle simmer, and cook until…

My favorite chickpea salad recipe, made with grated carrots, chopped celery, fresh dill, and lots of chickpeas. This protein-rich salad is perfect for potlucks, packs well for lunch, and it’s easy to make! Recipe yields 4 side servings. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS In a medium serving bowl, combine the chickpeas, carrots, celery, green onions, and dill. Set…

This fresh, herbed quinoa and chickpea salad makes a satisfying lunch. It’s also a great side dish for holidays and potlucks. Recipe yields 2 large, meal-sized portions or 4 side salads (you could easily double or triple this recipe). INGREDIENTS Salad Lemon-tahini dressing INSTRUCTIONS To cook the quinoa: Combine the rinsed quinoa and the water…

Ingredients FOR THE SALAD FOR THE LEMON-PARSLEY VINAIGRETTE Directions Make salad: In a large bowl, toss together chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and feta. Season with salt and pepper.  Make vinaigrette: In a jar fitted with a lid, combine olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, parsley, and red pepper flakes. Close the jar and shake until…

This chickpea salad recipe is the best! Keep this healthy chickpea salad in the fridge it’s the perfect side salad, snack and meal component. It’s vegan and gluten free, too! Recipe yields 4 generous side salads or 6 medium. INGREDIENTS INSTRUCTIONS In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients. Toss until combined. Taste and…

This beautiful Chickpea Salad combines all of my favorite fresh vegetables in one delicious bite. Chickpeas are combined with juicy tomatoes, refreshing cucumbers, and creamy avocados all tossed in an easy homemade lemon kissed dressing. Ingredients   Dressing Instructions  Cut avocado into cubes and place in a bowl. Squeeze the juice from the lemon over the…