Jul 14 2026

Choose 4 Recipe

Time30m
Serves4

Make Choose 4 Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

Vegetable Choices

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Base

    In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa and chickpeas. Stir gently to mix them together.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Vegetables

    Chop the selected vegetables into bite-sized pieces. You can choose any four from the vegetable choices listed above.

  3. 3

    Add Greens

    Add the fresh spinach or kale and chopped parsley to the bowl with the quinoa and chickpeas.

Dressing

  1. 4

    Mix the Dressing

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  2. 5

    Combine the Salad

    Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss everything together until the salad is evenly coated.

Serving

  1. 6

    Serve the Salad

    Divide the salad onto plates or into bowls and enjoy! Optionally, garnish with additional herbs or a squeeze of lemon.

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