Hardee Greens Herbed Quinoa, Brown Rice, Chickpea Roasted Veggie Salad

Hardee Greens Herbed Quinoa, Brown Rice, Chickpea & Roasted Veggie Salad

with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
Jun 12, 2025 | Jennifer Harsta

A hearty, protein-rich salad that’s loaded with flavor and freshness. Roasted veggies, seasoned grains, chickpeas, feta, and Hardee Greens microgreens come together in a zesty lemon-tahini dressing. Perfect as a healthy side or satisfying main.

Ingredients

For the Salad:

• 1 package Simple Truth Organic Brown Rice & Quinoa (garlic flavor)
• 1 package Simple Truth Organic Brown Rice with Ancient Grains (black pepper flavor)
• 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• ¼ cup Cassandra’s Kitchen Olive Oil
• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
• Maldon sea salt and black pepper, to taste
• 3 cups roasted mixed vegetables (eggplant, zucchini, yellow squash, etc.), chunky diced
• 1+ cup fresh Hardee Greens microgreens (broccoli, purple kale, arugula, or any mix)
• ⅔ cup chopped green onions
• ⅔ cup crumbled feta cheese

For the Lemon-Tahini Dressing:

• ½ cup olive oil
• 6–8 Tbsp lemon juice, to taste
• 4 Tbsp tahini
• 2 large garlic cloves, pressed or minced
• 1 tsp Maldon sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
   Heat oven to 450°F.
2. Prepare Grains
   Cook the brown rice & quinoa and the brown rice & ancient grains according to package instructions. Fluff and set aside.
3. Roast the Veggies
   Toss diced vegetables with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper. Spread on a foil-lined baking sheet and roast for about 15 minutes, or until al dente and lightly golden.
4. Make the Dressing
   In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, tahini, garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Taste and adjust with more lemon juice or pepper as desired.
5. Assemble the Salad
   In a large bowl, combine the fluffed grains, chickpeas, roasted veggies, Hardee Greens microgreens, green onions, and crumbled feta. Drizzle with the lemon-tahini dressing and toss gently to combine.
6. Serve or Store
   Serve warm or at room temperature. This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days — perfect for meal prep or make-ahead gatherings.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve alongside grilled meats, tofu, or seafood
• Great for picnics, potlucks, or weekday lunches
• Add a soft-boiled egg or avocado slices for extra richness
• Pairs beautifully with citrus-infused sparkling water or herbal iced tea

This nutrient-dense salad is packed with vibrant flavor, fiber, and the peppery power of microgreens — a fresh farm-to-bowl favorite from Hardee Greens. 🌱