March 2026 Newsletter - Flipbook - Page 14
Recipe of the Month
Instructions
Lemon Herb Quinoa Salad with Asparagus
& Chickpeas
Cook quinoa according to package directions.
Fluff with a fork and allow it to cool.
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As the season changes, it9s a wonderful time to
refresh our meals with lighter, nourishing
ingredients. This vibrant spring salad is simple,
wholesome, and full of bright favor.
It works beautifully as a light lunch or as a side
dish for dinner gatherings.
Ingredients (Serves 4)
Blanch asparagus in boiling water for 233
minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
Immediately transfer to ice water to stop
cooking, then drain well.
In a large bowl, combine quinoa, asparagus,
chickpeas, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and
basil.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon
juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt,
and pepper.
Pour dressing over salad and toss gently to
combine.
Salad
Chill for 30 minutes before serving to allow
favors to blend.
1 cup quinoa (uncooked)
Why This Recipe Nourishes
1 bunch fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into
132 inch pieces
Quinoa provides complete plant-based protein
and fber.
1 cup canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Chickpeas support heart health and steady
energy levels.
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, fnely diced
Asparagus is rich in folate and antioxidants.
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
Olive oil contains heart-healthy
monounsaturated fats.
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Nutrition References
Lemon Dressing
Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health 4
The Nutrition Source: Whole Grains & Healthy
Fats
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/nutritionsource/
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 large lemon
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 small garlic clove, minced
Salt and black pepper to taste
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics 4 Benefts
of Plant-Based Eating
https://www.eatright.org/
This simple, seasonal dish is a reminder that
healthy food can be both beautiful and
satisfying. Enjoy the freshness of spring at your
table!
