Buffalo Salmon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad
Buffalo Salmon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 6 Servings
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Buffalo Salmon Quinoa & Chickpea salad takes just a few pantry staples to bring this high protein, healthy and spicy grain salad together!
Ingredients
Salad
- 1 cup Quinoa
- 1 Can Salmon, drained
- 1 Can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 Celery Stalks
- 1 Orange Bell Pepper
Dressing
- ¼ cup Greek Yogurt
- 3 tbsp Hot Sauce
- 1 tbsp Water
- 1 tsp Onion Powder
- ¾ tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
Instructions
- Cook the quinoa according to the package directions.
- While the quinoa cooks, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk together. Set aside.
- Dice the celery and bell pepper and place into a large mixing bowl. Add the chickpeas, salmon and cooked quinoa. Pour the dressing over top and mix together.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve with extra hot sauce, depending on how spicy you like your food!
Notes
Tip: If you want to amp up the “buffalo” flavor, add 1/4 cup of feta or blue cheese.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Salad, Sides, Lunch, Dinner, Mediterranean
- Method: Stovetop
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