Low Sodium Cucumber Garbanzo Salad
Elevate your healthy eating game with this vibrant Low Sodium Cucumber Garbanzo Salad, a refreshing and nutrient-packed dish perfect for any occasion. This no-cook recipe combines crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, tender no-salt-added garbanzo beans, and tangy red onion for a medley of textures and flavors that pop. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing featuring fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, cumin, and a touch of garlic, this salad is as flavorful as it is heart-smart. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's an ideal choice for a quick, low-sodium lunch, side dish, or meal prep option. Serve it chilled for a cool burst of freshness that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or as a light, stand-alone delight. Keywords: low sodium, cucumber garbanzo salad, healthy recipes, no salt added, quick salad recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber
- 15 ounces canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), no salt added
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 1 large lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 large garlic clove, minced
Instructions
Rinse the can of no salt added garbanzo beans thoroughly under cold water and drain well.
Peel the cucumber, cut it lengthwise, and slice it into semi-circles.
Slice cherry tomatoes in half.
Thinly slice the red onion and chop the fresh parsley.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the garbanzo beans, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, ground black pepper, ground cumin, and minced garlic until well blended.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
Toss the salad gently to combine all ingredients, ensuring the dressing is evenly distributed.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, keeping in mind the low sodium requirement.
Serve immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.0 g | 46% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 99.3 g | 36% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.3 g | ||
| Protein | 25.5 g | 51% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 2039 mg | 43% | |
*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.
