Thai Peanut Quinoa and Chickpea Salad


Whenever I have leftover quinoa in the fridge, I get excited at the thought of making this recipe!  The recipe is super quick and easy, and the dressing is sooo good! I love the combination of salty and sweet!  The original recipe is from Cookie and Kate and I’ve tweaked the ingredients slightly.  The beans make it a bit heartier, and I love the fact that it is a 1 bowl recipe.

3/4 cup cooked quinoa (I usually use whatever I have leftover)
1 cup shredded cabbage (I buy pre-shredded)
1 cup grated carrot
13 oz chickpeas
1/4 cup chopped scallions
1/4 cup peanuts or cashews

Dressing
1/4 creamy peanut butter
4 tbsp coconut aminos (you can use soy sauce but coconut aminos are a tad sweeter depending on the brand)
1.5 tbsp maple syrup
1.5 tbsp rice wine vinegar
1 tsp avocado oil
1 tsp freshly grated ginger
1 tbsp lime juice

1. In a large (I use 4qt) bowl, make the dressing by combining all dressing ingredients.
2. Once dressing is made, add all other ingredients to bowl and toss.
3. Enjoy!

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