No More Vampires Chickpea Salad
Bursting with bold, Mediterranean-inspired flavors, the “No More Vampires Chickpea Salad” is the ultimate garlic-lover’s dream! This quick and easy recipe combines protein-packed chickpeas, crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy kalamata olives with a zesty homemade garlic dressing that packs plenty of punch. Fresh parsley and dill elevate the salad with a vibrant, herbaceous finish, while cumin, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar create a harmonious balance of savory and acidic notes. Perfect as a light, make-ahead lunch or a refreshing side dish, this garlicky chickpea salad is not only healthy but also versatile—enjoy it on its own, with pita bread, or alongside grilled proteins for a satisfying meal. With just 15 minutes of prep time, it's a flavorful, nutrient-rich dish ready to impress your taste buds and ward off vampires alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 0.5 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 4 large garlic cloves, minced
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and kalamata olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
Pour the garlic dressing over the chickpea mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure all the ingredients are well coated.
Add the chopped parsley and dill to the salad. Toss once more to distribute the fresh herbs evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a standalone dish or pair with pita bread or grilled proteins for a heartier meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.5 g | 101% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4 g | 52% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3871 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.9 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.3 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.7 g | ||
| Protein | 49.0 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 561 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 21.9 mg | 122% | |
| Potassium | 2808 mg | 60% | |
*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.
