Fiery Chickpea and Yogurt Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and flavor-packed Fiery Chickpea and Yogurt Salad! This quick and easy recipe combines tender chickpeas with creamy Greek yogurt, creating a luscious base enhanced by bold spices like smoked paprika, ground cumin, and red chili flakes for a smoky, spicy kick. Fresh lemon juice and minced garlic add zesty brightness, while a drizzle of olive oil provides a silky finish. Topped with fresh cilantro and green onion for a burst of herbaceous freshness, this salad is perfect as a refreshing side dish or a light, protein-packed main. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s a simple yet satisfying dish that brings together creamy, spicy, and tangy flavors in every bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or meal-prep lunches, this healthy salad is as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 200 grams Greek yogurt
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 stalk green onion, finely sliced
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas with Greek yogurt.
Add the red chili flakes, ground cumin, and smoked paprika to the bowl for a fiery, smoky flavor.
Stir in the lemon juice and minced garlic to brighten the dish.
Drizzle olive oil over the mixture and fold everything together until well combined.
Add the chopped fresh cilantro and finely sliced green onion. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting as needed.
Serve immediately as a side dish or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Garnish with additional cilantro or a pinch of chili flakes if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
163 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.4 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.8 g | 4% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 1% | |
| Sodium | 448 mg | 19% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.0 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.2 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 3.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.6 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 289 mg | 6% | |
*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.
