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Cardiac diet recipes that delight and heal your heart!

cardiac diet recipes

A collection of delicious and heart-healthy recipes designed to support cardiovascular health.

  • Author: Ghalina
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Boiling and Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup spinach, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.
  2. In a saucepan, combine quinoa and vegetable broth; bring to a boil.
  3. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes or until quinoa is fluffy.
  4. In a large bowl, combine cooked quinoa, cherry tomatoes, spinach, and chickpeas.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  6. Pour the dressing over the quinoa mixture and toss to combine.
  7. Serve warm or chilled.

Notes

  • Quinoa is a great source of protein and fiber.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or cucumbers.
  • This dish can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

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