Classic Chickpea Salad for a Fresh and Delicious Meal
A vibrant and nutritious salad combining chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Colander
- Knife
- Whisk
Ingredients
Chickpeas
- 1 can Chickpeas, drained and rinsed 15 ounces
Vegetables
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.5 medium Red Onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
Seasoning
- Salt and Pepper To taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water, then allow them to drain well.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Dice the cucumber and add it to the mixing bowl.
- Finely chop the red onion and add it to the bowl.
- Chop the fresh parsley and mix it into the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil and lemon juice.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the drained chickpeas to the mixing bowl and gently fold them in.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Notes
For variations, consider adding grilled chicken, different herbs, or seasonal vegetables.