Description
This refreshing chickpea salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures, perfect for a light and nutritious meal or a side dish for any occasion.
Ingredients
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For the Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
For the Salad:
- 3 cups cooked chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 cups mixed yellow and red grape tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 English cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup Pickled Red Onions
- 1/2 cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, plus whole mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, mustard, salt, and pepper.
- Combine Ingredients: Add chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, pickled onions, and olives; toss to coat. Mix in parsley, dill, and mint.
- Season and Serve: Adjust seasoning to taste, garnish with mint leaves, and serve.
Notes
- You can customize this salad by adding feta cheese or grilled chicken for extra protein.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the refrigerator for up to two days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
