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Carrot, Feta & Quinoa Salad with Mint Basil Hummus

Carrot Feta & Quinoa Salad with Mint Basil Hummus Bliss

A vibrant Carrot Feta & Quinoa Salad paired with Mint Basil Hummus for a delightful, healthy meal.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 cup quinoa rinsed
  • 2 large carrots peeled and grated or chopped
  • 1 cup feta cheese crumbled or cubed
  • 1 handful fresh herbs (mint, basil) chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin recommended
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Mint Basil Hummus
  • 1 can chickpeas drained
  • ¼ cup tahini or sunflower seed butter
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil good quality preferred
  • 1 tablespoon mint fresh
  • 1 tablespoon basil fresh
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
  • to taste salt

Equipment

  • Pot
  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Food Processor

Method
 

Salad Preparation
  1. Rinse 1 cup of quinoa under cold water, then combine with 2 cups of water in a pot. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes until fluffy.
  2. While the quinoa cooks, peel and grate or chop 2 large carrots.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, grated carrots, 1 cup of crumbled feta, and a handful of fresh chopped herbs.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil and the juice of 1 lemon. Pour this dressing over the salad and toss until evenly coated.
  5. Add salt and pepper to taste and give the salad one final toss.
Hummus Preparation
  1. In a food processor, combine 1 can of drained chickpeas, ¼ cup tahini, 1 clove of garlic, juice of 1 lemon, and 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Blend until smooth, adjusting with water if needed. Season with salt.
Serving
  1. Arrange the salad on a serving platter alongside a bowl of mint basil hummus.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 7gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 5000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with additional fresh herbs for an extra pop of color! Store the salad and hummus separately for the best texture.

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