Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

If you are like me, there are countless reasons why you would skip lunch, even at the detriment of your health. I get busy and distracted, something gets in the way, or maybe I am just thinking today is the day I will fast. Don't let me fool you, that last one is a code for I'm just too dang lazy to get up and make something. 

That is why this quick and easy and very healthy recipe is what you and I both need. It is delicious, and your family will love it too. Serve it for lunch, or as a side salad to your dinner meal.

Category: Lunch, Snack, Side
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 0 minutes
Servings: 4

Ingredients:

• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

NUTRITION

Calories	Protein(g)	Fat(g)	Carbs(g)
250	11	12	30

ENJOY!

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Summer Vegan Vegetable Soup

Summer Vegan Vegetable Soup

Here is another delicious and easy soup recipe that can be adapted countless ways to incorporate whatever fresh vegetables and herbs you have available and made in your Instant Pot®. Be sure to add a splash of fresh lime juice right before serving to brighten the flavors!

Prep time: 15 minutes

Active cook time: 7-8 minutes (+ time to come to pressure)
Natural release: 10 minutes

Serves: 4-6

 

Ingredients:

1 T. extra virgin olive oil
4 large stalks celery, chopped
4 large carrots, sliced
1 medium red onion, chopped
1 t. garlic powder
1 t. chili powder
Sea salt & black pepper, to taste
6 vegetable broth, preferably organic
1 lb. red potatoes, quartered
2 whole bay leaves
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, chopped
2 c. baby kale, roughly chopped
2 T. fresh lime juice

Directions:

1.     Add olive oil to Instant Pot® and select the “Sauté” function. Add garlic, celery, carrots, red onion, garlic powder, and chili powder. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste, and stir to combine.

2.     Sauté, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and vegetables start to turn golden brown, approximately 4-5 minutes. Add broth and stir to combine, scrapping any brown bits off the bottom of the pot in the process. Turn the unit off.

3.     Add potatoes, bay leaves, and chopped tomatoes to the pot. Add lid and lock into place. Switch the vent to “Sealing” and set the “Manual” setting to 3 minutes.

4.     When cook time is complete, allow pressure to release naturally for 10 minutes, then manually release any remaining pressure.

5.     Remove lid and discard the bay leaves. Stir in baby kale and lime juice, and season with additional salt and black pepper, if desired. Stir to combine and serve immediately. Enjoy!

 

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