Description
Healthy, protein-packed Chickpea Salad with fresh vegetables and zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for lunch, side, or picnic.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
1 cucumber, diced
1 red bell pepper, diced
1 yellow bell pepper, diced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and black pepper, to taste
Instructions
1. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until well coated.
4. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5. Chill in the fridge for 15-30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
Add feta cheese or olives for Mediterranean flavor.
Swap parsley with cilantro or basil for variation.
Include roasted vegetables or quinoa for a hearty meal.
Store dressing separately if making ahead to keep vegetables crisp.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Protein: 8g