Chickpea Salad
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped (optional)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, parsley, and mint leaves (if using).
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or light meal.
Here’s the approximate nutritional information for the Chickpea Salad recipe per serving (assuming 6 servings in total):
- Calories: 240
- Total Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 390mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 31g
- Dietary Fiber: 9g
- Sugars: 6g
- Protein: 9g
Please note that these values are approximate and can vary based on specific brands of ingredients used and exact measurements. Adjustments may be needed based on your dietary needs and preferences.
Enjoy your chickpea salad!