Looking for a tasty, nutritious, and easy-to-make salad recipe? Try this chickpea salad that is packed with protein, fiber, and flavor. This salad can be enjoyed as a main dish or a side dish and is perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.
Ingredients:
- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red onion, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup of fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, red bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes and Tips:
- This salad is vegan-friendly if you omit the feta cheese.
- You can use any type of bell pepper or tomato in this recipe.
- This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- You can add other vegetables or herbs to this salad, such as diced avocado, chopped cilantro, or sliced olives.
