Chickpea and Zucchini Salad Giada De Laurentiis
Bright, refreshing, and packed with fresh flavors, Giada De Laurentiis' Chickpea and Zucchini Salad is the perfect quick and healthy dish for any occasion. This Mediterranean-inspired salad combines tender chickpeas, crisp zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant parsley, all tossed in a zesty lemon and red wine vinegar dressing. A hint of garlic and finely diced red onion adds depth, while optional crumbled feta cheese lends a creamy, tangy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant salad is an ideal choice for a light lunch, hearty side, or make-ahead meal. Pair it with your favorite grilled proteins or enjoy it on its own for a flavorful, nutrient-packed bite that tastes even better after a quick chill in the fridge!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz can, drained and rinsed Chickpeas
- 2 medium, diced Zucchini
- 1 cup, halved Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 cup, finely diced Red onion
- 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 0.75 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup, crumbled (optional) Feta cheese
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed and drained chickpeas, diced zucchini, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture and toss to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad just before serving.
Serve immediately or let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1049 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 64.0 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.2 g | 86% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 6386 mg | 278% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.2 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.7 g | ||
| Protein | 31.7 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 570 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1979 mg | 42% | |
*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.
