Chickpea Salad

Why make this recipe

Chickpea salad is a fantastic choice for a quick and healthy meal. It’s packed with nutrients from fresh vegetables and provides protein and fiber from chickpeas. This refreshing salad is easy to make and perfect for lunch, snacks, or as a side dish. Plus, it’s colorful and full of flavor!

How to make Chickpea Salad

Ingredients:

• 1 Lebanese cucumber, diced
• 1 can (375g) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 punnet of cherry tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 a red onion, diced
• 1 avocado, diced
• Coriander, finely chopped
• A drizzle of olive oil
• Salt
• Juice of half a lemon

Directions:

1. Add everything to a salad bowl.
2. Mix well.
3. Serve and enjoy!

How to serve Chickpea Salad

Chickpea salad can be served on its own for a light meal. You can also enjoy it with pita bread or as a side to grilled meats. It’s delightful as a picnic dish or a potluck item.

How to store Chickpea Salad

To store chickpea salad, place it in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It stays fresh for up to 2 days. If you know you will have leftovers, consider keeping the dressing separate to maintain the salad’s crispness.

Tips to make Chickpea Salad

• Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor.
• Adjust the amount of lemon juice and salt to your taste.
• You can add other veggies like bell peppers or corn for a different texture.
• For added crunch, include nuts or seeds.

Variation

You can change up this salad by adding different types of beans, such as black beans or kidney beans. Adding feta cheese can also give a nice tang and creaminess.

FAQs

Can I make Chickpea Salad ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the salad in advance. Just store it in an airtight container in the fridge.

Is this salad vegan?
Yes, the chickpea salad is completely vegan and free from animal products.

What can I substitute for avocado?
If you’re not an avocado fan, you can skip it or use diced bell peppers or a scoop of hummus for creaminess.

Chickpea Salad

• Author: bennacer-blogbrandinggmail-com
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 0 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x
• Category: Salad
• Method: No-Cook
• Cuisine: Mediterranean
• Diet: Vegan

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Description

A refreshing and nutritious chickpea salad packed with fresh vegetables, perfect for lunch or as a side dish.

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Ingredients

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• 1 Lebanese cucumber, diced
• 1 can (375g) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1 punnet of cherry tomatoes, diced
• 1/2 a red onion, diced
• 1 avocado, diced
• Coriander, finely chopped
• A drizzle of olive oil
• Salt
• Juice of half a lemon

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Instructions

1. Add everything to a salad bowl.
2. Mix well.
3. Serve and enjoy!

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Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust the lemon juice and salt to taste. Consider keeping dressing separate if storing leftovers.

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Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 serving
• Calories: 250
• Sugar: 4g
• Sodium: 320mg
• Fat: 12g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 30g
• Fiber: 8g
• Protein: 10g
• Cholesterol: 0mg