Quinoa Chickpea Bowl – Healthy, Tasty Lunch Idea!

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa
• 2 cups water
• 1 tsp salt
• 2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
• 1 tbsp oregano
• 1 tbsp thyme
• 1 can chickpeas, drained
• 1 carrot, very finely diced
• 1 large red pepper, very finely diced
• 1 zucchini, very finely diced
• 1 medium onion, very finely diced
• 1 lemon
• 1/4 cup fresh thinly sliced basil
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Optional: shredded lettuce, sliced avocado, freshly ground pepper

Instructions

1. 1Place the quinoa, water, salt, and 2 garlic cloves into a large saucepan over high heat. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cover for about 20 minutes, until the water is absorbed and the quinoa is soft and the germ has separated.
2. 2While the quinoa is still hot, add the spices and all vegetables, cover and heat for about 5 minutes. The veggies will get slightly warm but stay crisp.
3. 3Remove from heat and squeeze lemon and sprinkle with olive oil. Toss in basil and stir.
4. 4Serve immediately, or save and serve cold over shredded lettuce for a great healthy lunch all week.