Roasted Cauliflower Chickpea Quinoa Salad

This roasted cauliflower chickpea quinoa salad is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines roasted vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and fluffy quinoa, all tossed in a zesty jalapeno lime dressing. It's perfect for a satisfying and nutritious meal.

Ingredients:

• 1 small head cauliflower, chopped into florets
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup quinoa, rinsed
• 1 jalapeno pepper, finely diced
• 2 limes, juiced
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Fresh cilantro, for garnish

Instructions:

Get the oven ready by heating it up to 400F 200C

Put cauliflower florets and chickpeas in a large bowl

Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and toss to coat

Add pepper and salt

Place the chickpeas and cauliflower in a single layer on a baking sheet

For 25 to 30 minutes, or until the chickpeas are crispy and the cauliflower is golden brown, roast in a hot oven

While the chickpeas and cauliflower are roasting, follow the directions on the package to cook the quinoa

Mix the diced jalapeno, maple syrup, and the rest of the olive oil with a whisk in a small bowl

Add pepper and salt to taste

Put the cooked cauliflower, chickpeas, and quinoa all in a large bowl

Add the jalapeno lime dressing and toss to cover everything

Add fresh cilantro as a garnish before serving

Have fun!