Refreshing and Nutritious Chickpea Salad Recipe
Ingredients
– 1 can (400 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 red bell pepper, diced
– 1 small red onion, finely chopped
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
– 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
– 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
– 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped (optional)
For the Dressing
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
– 1 garlic clove, minced
– 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1. Prepare the Salad
– In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, Kalamata olives, feta cheese (if using), parsley, and mint (if using).
2. Prepare the Dressing
– In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Mix the Salad
– Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
4. Serve
– Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for an hour to allow the flavors to blend. This salad can be served cold or at room temperature.
Tips
– Feel free to add other ingredients like avocado, spinach, or arugula for extra flavor and texture.
– You can substitute lemon juice with balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar for a different tangy taste.
Enjoy your meal!
