Kurdish Chickpea Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Bright, fresh, and packed with bold Middle Eastern flavors, Kurdish Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, no-cook dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or as a stunning side at any gathering. Featuring a hearty base of protein-rich chickpeas, this salad is brought to life with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic herbs like parsley and mint. A zesty dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of ground cumin ties it all together, while an optional sprinkle of tangy sumac adds a pop of authentic flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes and naturally vegan and gluten-free, this colorful salad is as healthy as it is irresistibly delicious. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing bite that’s equal parts nourishing and satisfying.

Recipe Information

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

🥘 Ingredients

12 items

• 400 g canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1 medium red onion (finely diced)
• 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
• 1 medium cucumber (diced)
• 30 g fresh parsley (chopped)
• 15 g fresh mint (chopped)
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp sumac (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

📝 Instructions

7 steps

1. Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water, then set them aside to dry slightly.

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

3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

4. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.

5. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

6. Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of sumac for an added zesty flavor (if using).

7. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (273.1g)

Calories		259
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		12.8 g	16%
	Saturated Fat	1.6 g	8%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		694 mg	30%
Total Carbohydrate		30.6 g	11%
	Dietary Fiber	8.2 g	29%
	Total Sugars	7.6 g
Protein		8.2 g	16%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		101 mg	8%
Iron		3.0 mg	17%
Potassium		659 mg	14%

*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: 466 cal (42.9%%)

Protein: 133 cal (12.2%%)

Carbs: 488 cal (44.9%%)