Description

This vibrant chickpea salad is a perfect blend of crisp vegetables and creamy avocado, drizzled with a zesty lemon dressing. Quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, it’s ideal for summer picnics or casual dinners. Enjoy a satisfying medley that not only pleases the palate but also brightens any gathering!

Ingredients

Scale

1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Juice of 1 lemon
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Rinse the chickpeas in a colander under cold water until foam disappears.
Dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Finely chop the red onion and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, and parsley. Drizzle with dressing and toss gently until coated.
Let the salad sit for 15 minutes to meld flavors before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Mixing
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
Calories: 220
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 360mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 29g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 8g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding your favorite seasonal vegetables or toppings like feta cheese or diced avocado for added creaminess. This salad is best enjoyed chilled; consider making it ahead of time.