Chorizo and Chickpea Salad
Bursting with bold flavors and vibrant colors, this Chorizo and Chickpea Salad is the perfect fusion of smoky, savory, and refreshing elements. Spicy, crispy chorizo is paired with protein-packed chickpeas, crunchy red bell peppers, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a hint of sharpness from thinly sliced red onion. Tossed in a zesty lemon-paprika dressing and finished with fresh parsley, this easy 25-minute recipe makes a hearty and satisfying meal or side dish. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or make-ahead meal prep, this salad combines Mediterranean and Spanish flavors in every bite. Whether served warm or chilled, it's a crowd-pleaser that shines at picnics, potlucks, or any casual dining occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 g Chorizo sausage
- 400 g Canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
- 1 medium Cucumber (diced)
- 150 g Cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 medium Red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
Heat a skillet over medium heat and add the chorizo sausage. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chorizo is crispy and browned. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced red bell pepper, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion.
Add the cooked chorizo to the bowl along with any rendered oil from the skillet for added flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well coated.
Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the salad and give it a final toss.
Serve the salad immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1655 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 96.4 g | 124% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 178 mg | 59% | |
| Sodium | 5570 mg | 242% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.7 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.6 g | 113% | |
| Total Sugars | 31.7 g | ||
| Protein | 81.7 g | 163% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 314 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2370 mg | 50% | |
*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.
