Chickpea Quinoa Mock Tuna Salad Recipes

MOCK TUNA SALAD

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine garbanzo beans, mayonnaise, mustard, relish, chopped green onions, salt and pepper. Mix well.

QUINOA, TUNA, AND CHICKPEA SALAD

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• In a small bowl, mix together grated garlic clove, 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice and a pinch of sea salt. Set aside.
• Gather the ingredients.
• Place quinoa in a small, heatproof bowl. Cover with 1 cup of boiling water and soak for 5 minutes.
• Use a sieve to drain it and then give the quinoa a good wash under cold, running water. Run your fingers through it while you wash it.
• Place quinoa in a small saucepan and add the remaining 1 cup of water and 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to medium-low and cover. Simmer for 15 minutes or until the water has been absorbed. Remove quinoa from heat and allow to sit for 5 minutes with a lid on.
• Meanwhile, in a large mixing bowl, combine the tuna, spinach, chickpeas, celery, cilantro, mint, spring onions, and cherry tomatoes.
• Fluff the quinoa gently with a fork and then add to the salad ingredients. Add the dressing and then stir well to coat the ingredients.
• Divide salad between 2 large bowls and serve.

QUINOA WITH CHICKPEAS AND TOMATOES

Steps:

• Place the quinoa in a fine mesh strainer, and rinse under cold, running water until the water no longer foams. Bring the quinoa, salt, and water to a boil in a saucepan. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until the quinoa is tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
• Once done, stir in the garbanzo beans, tomatoes, garlic, lime juice, and olive oil. Season with cumin, salt, and pepper. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley to serve.

MOCK TUNA SALAD (CHICKPEA SALAD)

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine mashed chickpeas, mayonnaise, mustard, relish, chopped green onions, salt, pepper, and yellow onion (if desired).
• Mix well.