Chickpea Artichoke Heart and Tomato Salad with Arugula
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Chickpea Artichoke Heart and Tomato Salad with Arugula is the ultimate vibrant dish for any occasion. A satisfying combination of protein-packed chickpeas, marinated artichoke hearts, juicy grape tomatoes, and peppery arugula creates a wholesome and refreshing base. Enhanced with crunchy red onions and a zesty homemade dressing featuring extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a touch of sweetness from honey or maple syrup, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. Perfect as a light lunch, a dinner side, or a crowd-pleasing potluck addition, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it a go-to for healthy eating on busy days. Try this colorful, nutrient-packed salad today for a taste of effortless elegance!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups chickpeas (cooked or canned, rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup artichoke hearts (marinated, quartered)
- 1 cup grape tomatoes (halved)
- 2 cups arugula (fresh)
- 0.33 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing. Set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, marinated artichoke hearts, grape tomatoes, red onion, and fresh parsley.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss well to evenly coat all the ingredients.
Add the arugula to the mixing bowl and gently toss until combined, being careful not to crush the greens.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish or individual plates and serve immediately. Enjoy fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
282 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.4 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 9% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 596 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.4 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.8 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 589 mg | 13% | |
*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.
