Description
Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that bursts with flavor and crunch. Packed with crisp vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas, this salad is perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a summer picnic or a cozy family dinner. With zesty lemon juice and fresh herbs, each bite delivers a refreshing experience. Get ready to enjoy a simple, healthy recipe that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 10 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse chickpeas under cold water and drain well.
- Dice cucumber and halve cherry tomatoes.
- Finely chop red onion and parsley; add to mixing bowl with chickpeas and veggies.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss to combine; serve immediately or chill in the fridge for flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg