Chickpea Bean Salad
This Chickpea Bean Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish packed with protein and flavor, perfect for a light meal or gathering.
Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Chilling Time: 30 minutes minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
Course: Snacks & Starters
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Chickpea Bean Salad, easy recipe, Fresh Ingredients, Healthy Salad, Summer Salad, vegetarian dish
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200kcal
large bowl
small bowl
Whisk
For the Salad
- 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
- 1 medium Cucumber diced
- 1 small Red Onion finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Preparation
In a large bowl, gently mix together the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well blended.
Pour the dressing over the salad mix and toss until everything is evenly coated.
For enhanced flavor, serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.
Top with extra parsley or a sprinkle of feta cheese for added flavor. Ensure chickpeas are thoroughly drained and rinsed for best taste.
Serving: 1cup | Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 400mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 2mg