Place the basil and the next 3 vinaigrette ingredients into a blender and process until smooth. Blend in the salt, pepper, sugar and juice from the lime. Set aside.
In a large bowl, add the chopped lettuce. Crumble the quinoa into the lettuce and add the chickpeas. Halve the tomatoes, cut the cucumbers into bite-size pieces and add to the salad. Mix well.
Mix the vinaigrette to bring it back together and mix into the salad or serve it on the side.
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