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title: Lemony Chickpea & Arugula Grain Salad
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/lemony-chickpea-and-arugula-grain-salad-65f0be87f15f35246a8cb573
servings: 2
prep_time: 10 minutes
cook_time: 10 minutes
time_required: 20 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens:
  - Milk
  - Wheat
tags:
  - Veggie
  - Quick
  - Easy Prep & Clean
  - New
rating: 3.5
rating_count: 206
source_chef: Sara Heilman
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Many loved the fresh, flavorful combination; some found it bland and suggested adding herbs or stronger cheese.
  - theme: Ease of prep
    text: Quick and simple to make, with pre-cooked grains saving time; chickpeas may take longer to crisp than expected.
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/lemony-chickpea-arugula-grain-salad.avif"
---
Wash and dry all produce. Trim and thinly slice @scallions{2%pieces}, separating whites from greens. Drain and rinse @chickpeas{15%oz}.

Heat a drizzle of @cooking oil{1%tbsp} in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Add scallion whites, chickpeas, @veggie stock concentrate{1%unit}, a pinch of salt, and pepper. Cook, covered, shaking the pan occasionally, until scallions are browned and chickpeas are slightly crispy ~{2%minutes}. Note that chickpeas may pop, so be careful. Transfer everything to a #large bowl{}.

While chickpeas cook, massage @microwavable grain blend{1%pack} in package and partially open it. Microwave until warmed through ~{1½%minutes}. Transfer the grain blend to the bowl with the chickpeas. Fluff and season with salt and pepper. Set aside until ready to use.

While the grain blend microwaves, halve @lemon{1%piece}. Quarter @mini cucumber{1%piece} lengthwise and slice into ¼-inch-thick pieces.

In a #small bowl{}, whisk together 3 tbsp @olive oil{¼%cup}, ½ tsp @sugar{½%tsp}, juice from the lemon halves, a pinch of salt, and pepper until thoroughly combined.

To the bowl with the grain blend and chickpeas, add the cucumber, @arugula{2%cups}, @white cheddar cheese{1%cup}, @sunflower seeds{2%tbsp}, and the dressing. Toss to combine. Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.

Divide the grain salad between plates and top with the reserved scallion greens. Serve immediately.