Chickpea Salad with Garlic Cumin Vinaigrette
Bright, zesty, and oh-so-satisfying, this Chickpea Salad with Garlic Cumin Vinaigrette is a vibrant fusion of fresh vegetables and bold Mediterranean flavors. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion, this salad is tossed in a richly spiced vinaigrette featuring garlic, ground cumin, and a touch of honey for sweetness. Optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty finish that complements the freshness of parsley. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free recipe is perfect as a light lunch, a side for grilled dishes, or even a make-ahead meal. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing, healthy dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 ounces 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
- 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese (if using).
Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, ground cumin, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar.
Pour the garlic cumin vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a light meal or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1386 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.0 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.8 g | 79% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 2636 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 153.8 g | 56% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 38.9 g | 139% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.5 g | ||
| Protein | 54.2 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 749 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 19.5 mg | 108% | |
| Potassium | 2746 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.
