Turmeric Infused Moroccan Quinoa & Chickpea Salad

Ingredients

1 onion, diced

1 tsp @natureswayoz turmeric

1 tsp @natureswayoz maca

½ tsp cumin

½ tsp cinnamon

1 cup uncooked quinoa

2 cups water or veg broth for added flavour

1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed well

1 cup parsley, finely chopped

½ cup carrots, grated

½ cup sliced almonds

Salt

Pepper

Method

1. Add oil to a large pot and place over medium heat.
2. Once oil is hot add in onion and sauté until onion is translucent, about 3-5 minutes. Stir in the following spices: turmeric, cumin, cinnamon and salt and pepper; cook for 30 seconds more.
3. Add in water or broth and quinoa. Bring mixture to a boil, then cover, reduce heat to low and cook for exactly 15 minutes. After 15 minutes, remove from heat and fluff quinoa with a fork. Allow to cool.
4. Once cooled, add the rest of the ingredients and combine.
5. Serve as is with a spoonful of Greek yoghurt or add some protein of your choice.
6. Enjoy!

Recipe and photos by @ahealthyappetitie