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Chickpea Salad Recipe

Chickpea Salad Recipe: Fresh & Flavorful Mediterranean Delight

This Chickpea Salad Recipe is a vibrant mix of fresh vegetables, making it a healthy and quick meal option.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed from a large lemon is best
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt use to taste
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
Salad
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium English cucumber halved and sliced
  • 15 oz chickpeas rinsed, canned or cooked from scratch
  • 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced
  • 1 medium avocado slice right before serving
  • 1/4 cup cilantro can substitute with parsley
  • 4 oz feta cheese can swap for vegan feta

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a small bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Add sea salt and black pepper. Whisk until smooth and well blended.
  2. In a large salad bowl, add halved cherry tomatoes and sliced cucumber. Incorporate rinsed chickpeas, sliced red onion, and gently mix.
  3. Slice avocado just before serving and add to the bowl.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat evenly. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 25mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Add salt just before serving to maintain the crunch of cucumbers and tomatoes.

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