Garbanzo Bean Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Garbanzo Bean Salad is a quick and healthy recipe perfect for any occasion! Packed with tender garbanzo beans (chickpeas), crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and colorful bell peppers, this vibrant salad is as visually appealing as it is delicious. A zesty homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, and a hint of garlic ties everything together beautifully, while optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, tangy touch. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this versatile dish is perfect as a light lunch, a flavorful side dish, or a make-ahead option for meal prep. Whether you enjoy it chilled or at room temperature, this garbanzo bean salad is sure to become a staple in your rotation.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 15 oz (1 can) canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
- 0.5 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Open the can of garbanzo beans, rinse them thoroughly under cool running water, and drain well.
Dice the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and red bell pepper into bite-sized pieces. Place all the chopped vegetables into a large mixing bowl.
Add the garbanzo beans to the bowl along with the chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese, if using.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss well to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper if needed.
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, though it can also be served immediately if desired.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a standalone dish or as a side to your favorite meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6457 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 164.9 g | 211% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.6 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 107 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 13245 mg | 576% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 971.0 g | 353% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 250.2 g | 894% | |
| Total Sugars | 178.7 g | ||
| Protein | 292.6 g | 585% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2557 mg | 197% | |
| Iron | 74.2 mg | 412% | |
| Potassium | 11879 mg | 253% | |
*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.
