Delicious, healthy and will keep you full for hours, this salad is a meal in itself.
Artichoke's are a good source of folate, dietary fibre, vitamins C and K and are also packed with antioxidants. Chickpeas help reduce cholesterol. All that goodness and combined with this delicious dressing, we're on a winner!
Cook brown rice by combining 2 cups of water with 1 cup of brown rice in a pot over high heat. When the water comes to a boil, cover the pot and turn heat down to the lowest setting for 45 minutes. (Do not stir. Simply set a timer and let the rice cook.)
In a bowl mix together the beans, artichoke hearts, zucchini and basil together.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper
Fill individual serving bowls with rice and mixed greens. Spoon the bean mixture onto the greens and pour dressing over each bowl
Make sure you don't pour the dressing on until just about to serve. This ensures the chickpeas keep their freshness.
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Artichoke's are a good source of folate, dietary fibre, vitamins C and K and are also packed with antioxidants. Chickpeas help reduce cholesterol. All that goodness and combined with this delicious dressing, we're on a winner!
Cook brown rice by combining 2 cups of water with 1 cup of brown rice in a pot over high heat. When the water comes to a boil, cover the pot and turn heat down to the lowest setting for 45 minutes. (Do not stir. Simply set a timer and let the rice cook.)
In a bowl mix together the beans, artichoke hearts, zucchini and basil together.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the lemon, garlic, olive oil, salt and pepper
Fill individual serving bowls with rice and mixed greens. Spoon the bean mixture onto the greens and pour dressing over each bowl
Make sure you don't pour the dressing on until just about to serve. This ensures the chickpeas keep their freshness.