Saturday, October 21, 2017

Chickpea, Arugula, & Pickled Carrot Salad

1 c. quinoa
2/3 c. white balsamic vinegar or white wine vinegar
1/8 t. black pepper
1 t. kosher salt, divided
3 large carrots, shaved into ribbons
2 pitas, split horizontally
1/4 c. olive oil, divided
1/2 t. za'atar or dried thyme
5 oz. baby arugula
1 15-oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/3 c. roasted, salted pistachios, roughly chopped
2 T. chopped fresh dill
2 oz. feta cheese, sliced

Cook quinoa according to package direction; set aside.

Meanwhile, whisk vinegar, pepper, and 1/2 t. salt in a large bowl. Add carrots and let stand 15 minutes.

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Brush pitas on one side with 1 T. oil and season with the za'atar or thyme. Place, seasoned side up, on a baking sheet and bake until crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.

Drain carrots, reserving 1/4 c. picking liquid. Transfer to a large bowl with arugula, chickpeas, and quinoa. add reserved pickling liquid and remaining 3 T. oil with 1/2 t. salt; toss to combine. Top with pistachios and dill, and serve with cheese and pita.

Serves 4.

Adapted from Real Simple magazine, p. 160.

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