Warm Chickpea Salad
Savor the vibrant flavors of this Warm Chickpea Salad, a hearty and satisfying dish packed with Mediterranean-inspired ingredients. Featuring protein-rich chickpeas infused with smoky paprika and earthy cumin, this warm salad is elevated with sautéed red onion, garlic, and juicy cherry tomatoes. Wilted baby spinach adds a fresh, tender contrast, while a tangy drizzle of lemon juice ties everything together. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe is perfect as a nutritious main course or a flavorful side dish. Garnished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, it’s a colorful and wholesome option for busy weeknight dinners or meal prep. Ideal keywords: warm chickpea salad, Mediterranean recipes, healthy salad ideas, plant-based meals, quick vegetarian dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 small, diced red onion
- 2 minced garlic cloves
- 200 grams, halved cherry tomatoes
- 100 grams baby spinach leaves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced red onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and ground cumin, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the drained chickpeas and smoked paprika to the skillet. Stir to coat the chickpeas in the spices, cooking for 4-5 minutes until heated through.
Toss in the cherry tomatoes and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.
Add the baby spinach leaves and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until wilted.
Drizzle the lemon juice and the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the salad. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the warm chickpea salad to a serving dish.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 57.0 g | 73% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.5 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1967 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 196.6 g | 71% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 56.7 g | 202% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.8 g | ||
| Protein | 55.8 g | 112% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 569 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 22.4 mg | 124% | |
| Potassium | 6068 mg | 129% | |
*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.
