Chickpea Salad with Cumin Vinaigrette
Bright, wholesome, and bursting with flavor, this Chickpea Salad with Cumin Vinaigrette is a quick and easy, nutrient-packed dish perfect for any occasion. Combining tender chickpeas with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and the zesty bite of red onion, this salad is elevated by a fragrant cumin-infused vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and garlic. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herby freshness, while optional crumbled feta provides a creamy, tangy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a meal prep option. Serve it on its own or pair it with warm pita for a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Make it ahead for even more flavor as the vinaigrette beautifully melds with the ingredients. Keywords: chickpea salad, cumin vinaigrette, easy salad recipe, healthy Mediterranean salad, quick no-cook meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 425 g Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 200 g Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely diced
- 30 g Fresh parsley, chopped
- 50 g Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese (if using). Set aside.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the vinaigrette.
Pour the cumin vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or refrigerate if preparing in advance.
Give the salad a final toss before serving and enjoy as is or with warm pita bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1171 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 63.6 g | 82% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.1 g | 76% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 45 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 3049 mg | 133% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.5 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.1 g | 100% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.0 g | ||
| Protein | 39.5 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 554 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 13.7 mg | 76% | |
| Potassium | 2056 mg | 44% | |
*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.
