Chick Pea Salad
Bright, fresh, and packed with Mediterranean flavors, this Chickpea Salad is a quick and satisfying dish perfect for lunch, dinner, or a vibrant side. Featuring protein-rich chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty red onion, this salad comes alive with a tangy lemon-garlic dressing enhanced by the earthy warmth of optional cumin. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and creamy feta cheese (optional) elevates its texture and flavor, making it a crowd-pleasing favorite. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no cooking required, this easy chickpea salad is a go-to for healthy eating or meal prep. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, and pair it with grilled proteins, crusty bread, or enjoy it on its own for a light yet hearty meal. Perfect for vegetarians and customizable for any palate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 0.25 tsp ground cumin (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese (if using).
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and ground cumin (if using) to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Let the salad rest in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes to develop flavors, or serve immediately if preferred.
Garnish with extra parsley or feta cheese before serving, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 82.0 g | 105% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.7 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 3307 mg | 144% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 148.8 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.7 g | 138% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.8 g | ||
| Protein | 62.6 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1022 mg | 79% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 2726 mg | 58% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
