Chickpea Salad with Ginger
Brighten up your lunch or dinner with this vibrant and nutritious Chickpea Salad with Ginger! Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, crisp diced cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon-ginger dressing, this dish is an explosion of fresh, wholesome flavors. The grated ginger and ground cumin add a unique depth of warmth and spice, perfectly complementing the crunch of red onion and the freshness of chopped parsley. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this quick and healthy recipe is perfect for meal prep or as a light, refreshing side dish. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a deliciously satisfying salad that’s vegan, gluten-free, and ideal for busy weekdays or casual gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, grated fresh ginger, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss everything well to coat.
Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 days. Toss again before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1061 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2660 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.9 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.0 g | 111% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.3 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 365 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2226 mg | 47% | |
*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.
