Buffalo Salmon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad

AuthorAmy RD, LDNCategory, , , , , DifficultyBeginner

A few pantry staples bring this healthy and spicy grain salad together!

Yields6 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time25 mins
Salad
 1 cup Quinoa
 1 Can Salmon, drained
 1 Can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
 2 Celery Stalks
 1 Orange Bell Pepper
Dressing
 ¼ cup Greek Yogurt
 3 tbsp Hot Sauce
 1 tbsp Water
 1 tsp Onion Powder
 ¾ tsp Garlic Powder
 1 tsp Smoked Paprika
1

Cook the quinoa according to the package directions.

2

While the quinoa cooks, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk together. Set aside.

3

Dice the celery and bell pepper and place into a large bowl. Add the chickpeas, salmon and cooked quinoa. Pour the dressing over top and mix together.

4

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve with extra hot sauce, depending on how spicy you like your food!

5

Tip: If you want to amp up the "buffalo" flavor, add 1/4 cup of feta or blue cheese.

Ingredients

Salad
 1 cup Quinoa
 1 Can Salmon, drained
 1 Can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
 2 Celery Stalks
 1 Orange Bell Pepper
Dressing
 ¼ cup Greek Yogurt
 3 tbsp Hot Sauce
 1 tbsp Water
 1 tsp Onion Powder
 ¾ tsp Garlic Powder
 1 tsp Smoked Paprika

Directions

1

Cook the quinoa according to the package directions.

2

While the quinoa cooks, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk together. Set aside.

3

Dice the celery and bell pepper and place into a large bowl. Add the chickpeas, salmon and cooked quinoa. Pour the dressing over top and mix together.

4

Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving. Serve with extra hot sauce, depending on how spicy you like your food!

5

Tip: If you want to amp up the "buffalo" flavor, add 1/4 cup of feta or blue cheese.

Buffalo Salmon Quinoa & Chickpea Salad
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