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Chickpea-Salad-Recipe

Chickpea Salad

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  • Author: Danae
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Description

This Chickpea Salad is a delightful blend of flavors with chickpeas, vibrant veggies, and a zesty dressing. Perfect for quick dinners or healthy lunches, it’s a nutritious option anyone can enjoy!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup diced Persian or English cucumber
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped dill
  • 4 ounces feta (cut into cubes)

Instructions

  1. In a jar with a lid or a small bowl, mix the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, and herbs. Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and mix well.
  3. Gently fold in the feta cubes. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately.

Notes

Feel free to substitute other vegetables based on your preference or what you have on hand.
For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese or use a plant-based alternative.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg