Chickpea Salad

Experience a burst of fresh flavors with this vibrant Chickpea Salad. Perfect for a light lunch or a delicious side dish, this salad combines the heartiness of chickpeas with crunchy vegetables and a tangy lemon herb dressing. It's packed with nutrients and full of taste, ready to energize your day.

Ingredients

Dressing Ingredients

🫒 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
🍶 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
🥄 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
🧂 1 teaspoon salt
⚫️ 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
🌿 1/2 teaspoon oregano

Salad Ingredients

🥫 2 cans chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
🫑 1 orange bell pepper
🧅 1 red onion
🥒 3 Persian cucumbers
🍅 2 cups cherry tomatoes
🫒 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
🌱 1 cup chopped dill
🌿 1 cup chopped parsley

Instructions

1- Prepare the Dressing:

• In a large bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, black pepper, and oregano.
• Whisk the ingredients thoroughly until well-blended.

2- Chop and Prepare Vegetables:

• Dice the orange bell pepper and red onion.
• Slice the Persian cucumbers into thin rounds.
• Halve the cherry tomatoes and Kalamata olives.
• Ensure the chickpeas are properly drained and rinsed.

3- Mix the Salad:

• Add the chickpeas into the bowl with the dressing.
• Add the chopped bell pepper, red onion, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, dill, and parsley.
• Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are coated evenly with the dressing.

4- Serve and Enjoy:

• Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors before serving.
• Serve as a standalone salad or as a side dish.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes (No cooking required)
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: Approximately 250 kcal per serving
Proteins: 10g
Fats: 14g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Equipment: Large mixing bowl, whisk, knife, cutting board

Cooking Tips

• Feel free to add feta cheese for a creamier texture.
• For a spicier kick, add a chopped jalapeño or a dash of red pepper flakes.

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Vibrant Chickpea Salad