Tag Archives: Chickpeas

Spicy Vegetarian Chipotle Quinoa Sliders

Spicy Vegetarian Chipotle Quinoa Sliders by Alison's AllspiceHow many times have you adapted a favorite recipe to make it meatless?  For vegetarians, this is a common practice. I adapted these spicy vegetarian chipotle quinoa sliders from my chipolte fish sliders recipe.

I identify as a pescatarian.  In other words, a vegetarian who still eats fish.  I post 90% vegetarian recipes, therefore, I attract more meatless-eaters with my recipes than fish-eaters. Continue reading

Cucumber Dill Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas

Cucumber Dill Quinoa Salad with Chickpeas by Alison's AllspiceThis fresh-from-the-garden cucumber dill quinoa salad with chickpeas is light and refreshing, but also filling.  The chickpeas and quinoa and loaded with protein to help sustain you all day long.

I love a simple red wine vinaigrette on most of my salads.  They are so easy to make and add huge amounts of flavor. Quinoa will soak up the dressing, so if you are making a large batch and plan to have leftovers (say, work lunches), store the dressing separately. Continue reading