Chickpea Broccoli Rice Salad
A healthy, protein-packed salad made with tender rice, roasted chickpeas, broccoli, feta cheese, and a simple lemon dressing. Perfect for meal prep, lunch, or a light dinner!
🛒 Ingredients
- 3 cups cooked brown rice
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ red onion, finely diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
👩🍳 Step-by-Step Recipe
1️⃣ Roast the Chickpeas
🔥 Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
➡️ Pat chickpeas dry with a paper towel.
➡️ Toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
➡️ Spread on a baking tray.
➡️ Roast for 20–25 minutes until lightly crispy.
2️⃣ Cook the Broccoli
🥦 Bring a pot of water to a boil.
➡️ Add broccoli florets.
➡️ Cook for 2–3 minutes until bright green and slightly tender.
➡️ Drain and rinse with cold water.
3️⃣ Prepare the Rice
🍚 Cook brown rice according to package directions.
➡️ Allow it to cool slightly.
4️⃣ Make the Dressing
🥣 In a small bowl, whisk together:
➡️ 1 tablespoon olive oil
➡️ Lemon juice
➡️ Salt
➡️ Black pepper
Mix well.
5️⃣ Assemble the Salad
🥗 In a large bowl, combine:
➡️ Brown rice
➡️ Roasted chickpeas
➡️ Broccoli
➡️ Red onion
➡️ Feta cheese
6️⃣ Add Dressing
✨ Pour dressing over the salad.
➡️ Toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
7️⃣ Serve
🍽️ Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving.
➡️ Garnish with extra feta and black pepper if desired.