Name: Healthy Chickpea Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Vegetables
Ingredients: one 15 oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed*; 1 cup chopped cucumber (any type you like, I left the skin on but you can peel it); 1 cup of shredded carrot (it was 1 small carrot); ¾ cup red onion; 2 cups chopped tomatoes; ¾ cup of chopped parsley (measured loosely not compacted); ¼ chives, roughly chopped; ¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice; 2 Tablespoons olive oil; 1 Teaspoon of salt; large pinch of ground black pepper

Are you looking for a light side dish for your next dinner party or cookout? This chickpea salad might be the perfect recipe for you! Full of juicy tomatoes, flavorful avocados, yummy cucumbers and more, this recipe will bring together all of the delicious flavors of summer and make you wish it would last forever.

Not only is this chickpea salad delicious, it is also incredibly easy and quick to make! Did I mention that it is packed with protein and will leave you feeling satisfied for hours? That means that it’s not only a wonderful side dish, but it can also pass for a light meal in itself.

Chickpea Salad

If you have never had chickpea salad before, you may have some questions about it. Let’s try and answer those for you.

What are chickpeas?

If you are not yet familiar with them, chickpeas are part of the legume family and are peach in color. They are known to have a nutty flavor that many love.

If you think that they look familiar, that’s for good reason. Many people don’t actually know that chickpea is just another name for garbanzo beans. Yes, they are the exact same thing.

Are chickpeas healthy?

Chickpeas are a great addition to a healthy diet as they are packed with protein and fiber. This is what helps you to stay full and feel satisfied longer, which can prevent you from overeating.

In addition to the protein and fiber, they are rich in B vitamins, iron, zinc and more.

Is Chickpea Salad a good make-ahead recipe?

Chickpea salad is a good make-ahead recipe because it keeps very well when stored properly in the refrigerator. The lemon juice keeps the avocados from browning and the flavor holds very well. The fact that it stores so well makes it a great option for meal prep for those who like to prepare their meals in advance.

Now that you know all about how delicious, healthy and easy this chickpea salad is, what are you waiting for? This delicious recipe might just become your new favorite.

Enjoy!

4 servings

Healthy Chickpea Salad

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 20 minutes

This delicious and nutritious chickpea salad makes a great side dish or a light main meal. You’ll love the fresh veggies dressed in the lemony dressing.

Ingredients

one 15 oz can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed*
1 cup chopped cucumber (any type you like, I left the skin on but you can peel it)
1 cup of shredded carrot (it was 1 small carrot)
¾ cup red onion
2 cups chopped tomatoes
¾ cup of chopped parsley (measured loosely not compacted)
¼ chives, roughly chopped
¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1 Teaspoon of salt
large pinch of ground black pepper

Instructions

Chop all of the vegetables. In a large bowl combine the tomato and onions first then add the cucumbers and mix well. Next add the carrots then the parsley and chives and mix until well combined. Mix in the chickpeas and again stir until well mixed. Set aside.
Pour into a small mason jar the lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper. Tightly close the lid and shake vigorously until the ingredients are well combined. Taste and if necessary adjust the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and stir until well combined. You can serve the salad right away or store in the fridge to cool and until ready to use.

Notes

* If you’re using homemade chickpeas the 15 oz can is the equivalent of about 1¾ cup.

Nutrition Information

Yield

Serving Size

1
Amount Per Serving Calories 289Total Fat 10gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 8gCholesterol 0mgSodium 1011mgCarbohydrates 41gFiber 11gSugar 11gProtein 12g

If you love this chickpea salad recipe be sure to try out this Easy and Amazing BLT Pasta Salad!

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