QUINOA, GARBANZO, AND SPINACH SALAD WITH SMOKED PAPRIKA DRESSING

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Quinoa, Garbanzo, and Spinach Salad with Smoked Paprika Dressing image

Provided by Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

Categories     Salad     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Dinner     Lunch     Quinoa     Spinach     Chickpea     Family Reunion     Healthy     Paprika     Bon Appétit     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 cups quinoa (9 to 10 ounces), rinsed, drained
4 cups (packed) baby spinach leaves
2 15- to 16-ounce cans garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed, drained
1 3/4 cups 1/3-inch cubes unpeeled English hothouse cucumber
1 1-pint container multicolored baby heirloom tomatoes, halved (2 1/2 cups)
1 cup (packed) fresh mint leaves
1 1/2 cups coarsely crumbled feta cheese (about 7 ounces), divided
1/4 cup Sherry wine vinegar
2 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Place quinoa in large saucepan; add enough salted water to cover quinoa by 1 inch. Bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; cover and simmer until quinoa is tender, 15 to 16 minutes. Drain. Chill until cool.
  • Meanwhile, combine spinach leaves, garbanzos, cubed cucumber, halved tomatoes, mint leaves, and half of feta cheese in extra-large bowl. Add cooled quinoa and toss gently to blend.
  • Whisk vinegar and smoked paprika in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season dressing with salt and pepper. Pour dressing over salad; toss to coat. Season generously with salt and pepper. Sprinkle remaining feta over.

MD Minhajul vs
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I would not recommend this recipe.


Peerbux Khoso
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This salad is not worth the effort.


Somrat
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I found the dressing to be a bit too oily.


Nicole Kane
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This salad is a bit bland for my taste.


Gabz Mdunge
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I'm not a big fan of smoked paprika, but I thought the dressing was still really good.


Shawon Roy
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This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of veggies.


Kelani Davis
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I'm always looking for new salad recipes and this one definitely fits the bill. It's light, refreshing, and flavorful.


Nuhamin Taye
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This salad is so easy to make and it's packed with healthy ingredients. I feel great about eating it.


Hasham Mehtab
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I added some chopped avocado to this salad and it was even better!


Victor Kashililika
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover quinoa and garbanzo beans.


Alina Khadka Neupane
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I'm not a huge fan of quinoa, but this salad converted me! The dressing is so flavorful that it really elevates the quinoa.


Md riaj
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This is a great salad for meal prep. I make a big batch on Sunday and eat it throughout the week for lunch.


ii iii
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique combination of ingredients and the dressing was to die for.


Fifi YEMEDHANIALEM Lij
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This salad is a delightful explosion of flavors and textures! The quinoa provides a nutty base, the garbanzo beans add a hearty protein boost, and the spinach offers a fresh, crisp bite. The smoked paprika dressing ties everything together with a smo