Description
A light, refreshing salad packed with chickpeas, cucumbers, and a zingy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup red bell pepper, finely diced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by draining and rinsing your chickpeas. This removes any excess sodium and enhances their flavor. Once they’re cleaned, place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Chop the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. If you’re someone who enjoys the crunch, feel free to leave the skin on for added texture and nutrients. Add the cucumber pieces to the bowl with the chickpeas.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the red bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion. Make sure to use a sharp knife to get clean cuts, making it easier to munch on the salad later. Toss these freshly chopped ingredients into the bowl with the chickpeas and cucumbers.
- Add the chopped parsley to the mix. This not only enhances the flavor but also brings a pop of vibrant color to your salad.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and freshly cracked pepper. Drizzle this dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything gently until well-coated.
- Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning as necessary. If you love tanginess, sprinkle in more lemon juice. For a bit more richness, crumble some feta cheese over the top before serving.
Notes
For a gluten-free or lower-carb option, consider swapping chickpeas with diced zucchini.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking Required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 0mg