Salad – Stress-Soothing Quinoa Chickpea Salad

This salad is light but grounding—perfect for lunch when your energy’s dipping but you still need clarity and calm. It’s rich in plant protein, mood-lifting nutrients, and balancing fiber to keep your brain and blood sugar steady.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• ½ cup canned chickpeas, rinsed
• 1 cup chopped cucumber
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ¼ cup red onion, diced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 1 tbsp tahini (optional)
• Salt & pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley or mint (optional)

Directions:

1. In a bowl, mix quinoa, chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion.
2. In a small jar, shake olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour over salad and toss well. Add herbs as desired.
4. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

How It Helps with Burnout & Stress:

• Quinoa + Chickpeas: Complete proteins + complex carbs for lasting energy and hormone support.
• Cucumber + Tomato: Hydrating and rich in antioxidants to fight stress-induced inflammation.
• Olive Oil: Healthy fat for brain function and blood sugar control.
• Tahini + Lemon: Adds magnesium + vitamin C—essential for adrenal repair and mood.