Description
Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish, perfect for a quick lunch or as a refreshing side at dinner. This delightful salad brings together protein-packed chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and a zesty homemade dressing that elevates the flavors while keeping it light and fresh. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up this colorful medley that not only looks appealing but also bursts with taste. Ideal for meal prep, it can be enjoyed chilled over several days, making it a versatile addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 2 cups chopped English cucumber
- 1 1/4 cups chopped Roma tomatoes
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 3 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- In a liquid measuring cup, mix olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss until evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg