Description
Chickpea salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that brings together the crunch of fresh vegetables and the hearty goodness of chickpeas. Tossed in a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing, this salad is not just a meal; it’s a colorful celebration that can elevate any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice until emulsified.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg