Chickpea Salad
Chickpea salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines protein-rich chickpeas with crisp vegetables and a zesty dressing. Ideal for picnics, barbecues, or light lunches, this salad is not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and bursts of flavor, making it a delightful addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on the countertop.
- Wash and prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and chop the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad and toss gently.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg