Description
Chickpea Salad is the ultimate summer side dish, bursting with vibrant flavors and colors that elevate any BBQ. This refreshing medley combines fluffy chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and a zesty dressing to create a nutritious and satisfying dish. Perfect for potlucks or family gatherings, it is quick to prepare and can easily be customized to suit your taste. Serve chilled for a delightful experience that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas in a colander.
- 2. Dice the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- 3. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas and diced veggies. Add chopped parsley.
- 4. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- 5. Pour dressing over the salad; toss gently until well-coated.
- 6. Chill for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg