Quinoa with Chickpeas and Aromatic Spices

Quinoa is packed with nutrients, while chickpeas are a great source of plant-based protein. Combined with aromatic spices, they make a flavorful, wholesome, and satisfying dish 

Ingredients

• 1 cup quinoa

• 1 medium onion

• 1 medium carrot

• 3 garlic cloves

• 1 can chickpeas (540 ml)

• a small bunch of cilantro

• salt

• 1/2 tsp sweet paprika

• 1 tsp turmeric

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• vegetable oil for frying

Steps

1. Cook the quinoa according to the package instructions

2. Dice the onion

3. Grate the carrot using a coarse grater

4. Finely chop the garlic

5. Finely chop the cilantro

6. Sauté the onion and carrot in vegetable oil until the onion becomes golden

7. Add the garlic and cook for another couple of minutes

8. Add the cooked quinoa

9. Add the chickpeas without the liquid

10. Season with salt and spices

11. Add the cilantro, mix well, cover, and simmer for about 5 minutes

Optionally sprinkle the finished dish with feta cheese

Serve warm as a side dish or cold as an appetizer or salad