Chickpea salad is a simple yet satisfying dish that’s suitable for a variety of occasions. Whether you’re looking for a quick and healthy lunch or a side dish to complement a larger meal, this recipe has you covered. It’s loaded with vegetables and dressed with a flavorful vinaigrette, making it a refreshing and nutritious choice.
Chickpea Salad Recipe
Chickpea salad is a nutritious and versatile dish that combines the earthy flavors of chickpeas with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. This recipe is perfect as a light meal or a side dish and is packed with protein and fiber.
Equipment
- strainer
- mixing bowl
Ingredients
- chickpea
- salt and pepper
- cherry tomato
- cucumber
- red onion
- fresh parsley
- scrambled feta cheese
- mint leaves
- olive oil
- lemon juice
- garlic
- dijon mustard
- honey
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, fresh parsley, and optional chopped fresh mint leaves.
- If you're not following a vegan diet, you can also add crumbled feta cheese at this stage.
- Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, and honey or maple syrup. Whisk until the vinaigrette is well combined.Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the chickpea salad.Toss all the ingredients together until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Transfer the chickpea salad to a serving dish or individual plates.You can garnish with additional fresh herbs or a sprinkle of feta cheese, if desired.
- Serve your refreshing chickpea salad immediately as a light meal or as a side dish to complement your favorite main course.
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Notes
- Customize this salad by adding other vegetables like bell peppers, olives, or avocados.
- Adjust the dressing's sweetness and acidity by adding more or less honey or lemon juice to suit your taste.
- Chickpea salad is perfect for meal prep and can be refrigerated for a day or two, making it a convenient option for busy days.
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