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Chickpea Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and nutritious Chickpea Salad made with fresh cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, and a zesty lemon dressing. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a healthy lunch or side dish, packed with protein and vibrant flavors.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups diced cucumbers (partially peeled)
  • 1 cup tomato (seeded and diced)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (diced)
  • 15 ounce can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)

Dressing

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 tablespoon fresh parsley (minced)
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables: Dice the cucumbers partially peeled, seed and dice the tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion to ensure all pieces are small and evenly sized for a balanced flavor in every bite.
  2. Rinse the chickpeas: Open the can of chickpeas and rinse them thoroughly under cold water to remove excess sodium and canning liquids, then drain well.
  3. Combine ingredients: In a large bowl, add the diced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onions, rinsed chickpeas, and minced fresh parsley.
  4. Add dressing: Pour the fresh lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil over the salad. Season with kosher salt and black pepper according to your taste.
  5. Toss the salad: Gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly coated with the dressing and the flavors are well combined.
  6. Serve: You can serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

  • For extra crunch, add chopped celery or bell peppers.
  • Can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Use low-sodium chickpeas to reduce salt content.
  • Optional: Add a sprinkle of feta cheese or olives for variation if not keeping vegan.
  • This salad is a great option for meal prep and packed lunches.

Find it online: https://allcookedup.com/chickpea-salad-recipe/