Quick Healthy and Satisfying Garbanzo Veggie Salad
Brighten up your mealtime with this Quick, Healthy, and Satisfying Garbanzo Veggie Salad—a refreshing medley of vibrant vegetables and nutrient-packed chickpeas tossed in a zesty garlic-lemon dressing. This no-cook, 15-minute recipe features crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red bell pepper, and fresh parsley for a burst of color and flavor in every bite. The homemade dressing, made with extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a hint of garlic, enhances the natural goodness of the salad without overpowering it. Perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a meal prep option, this protein-rich and vegan-friendly salad is as delicious as it is nutritious. Enjoy it immediately or let it chill for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully. Looking for a quick, healthy salad idea? This garbanzo veggie salad is your go-to!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) Canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Red bell pepper, diced
- 0.25 cup Red onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, add the drained and rinsed garbanzo beans.
Add the diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the garbanzo bean and vegetable mixture.
Gently toss all the ingredients until they are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Refrigerate for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
846 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.3 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1855 mg | 81% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 108.1 g | 39% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.9 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.9 g | ||
| Protein | 29.8 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 11.5 mg | 64% | |
| Potassium | 2280 mg | 49% | |
*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.
