Chickpea Salad with Ginger

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

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.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

11 items

• 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

5 steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped parsley.

2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, grated fresh ginger, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

3. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss everything well to coat.

4. Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

5. Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 days. Toss again before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (214.8g)

Calories		199
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		11.8 g	15%
	Saturated Fat	1.7 g	9%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		407 mg	18%
Total Carbohydrate		20.2 g	7%
	Dietary Fiber	5.2 g	18%
	Total Sugars	4.7 g
Protein		5.4 g	11%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		69 mg	5%
Iron		3.0 mg	17%
Potassium		504 mg	11%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 424 cal (51.1%%)

Protein: 85 cal (10.2%%)

Carbs: 321 cal (38.7%%)