1. Rinse the quinoa under cold water.

2. Boil the quinoa and water in a pot. Reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes until the liquid is absorbed.

3. Cool the quinoa by spreading it on a tray or fluffing it with a fork.

4. Whisk the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.

5. Combine the cooled quinoa, chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, onion and cranberries in a large bowl.

6. Toss everything with the dressing and parsley.

7. Serve chilled or at room temperature.