Chickpea Salad with Cumin and Lemon
Bright, zesty, and packed with nutritious ingredients, this Chickpea Salad with Cumin and Lemon is a delightful fusion of refreshing flavors and vibrant textures. Featuring tender chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic parsley, this salad is elevated with a tangy dressing of freshly squeezed lemon juice, earthy cumin, and extra virgin olive oil. A sprinkle of optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, savory layer to this Mediterranean-inspired dish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s perfect as a healthy side dish or light main course. Whether served fresh or chilled, this salad is an easy, make-ahead option that bursts with flavor and is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup cucumber (diced)
- 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled, optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.
If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad and gently fold it in.
Allow the salad to sit for 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.
Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main course. The salad can also be chilled in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1356 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.7 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.2 g | 81% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2654 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 147.5 g | 54% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.4 g | 141% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.7 g | ||
| Protein | 54.6 g | 109% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 738 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 19.6 mg | 109% | |
| Potassium | 2704 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.
