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Chickpea Salad Recipe 🥗
Description:
Looking for something fresh and different? This Chickpea Salad recipe is exactly what you need! It’s a delightful blend of chickpeas, veggies, and herbs, perfect as a side dish or even a light meal. Plus, if you’re craving some extra protein, toss in a can of salmon to make it more substantial. Don’t forget to chill it for at least 2 hours to let all the flavors mingle!
- Prep Time: 7 minutes
- Total Time: 7 minutes
- Recipe Category: Beans
- Keywords: < 15 Mins, No Cook, Refrigerator
Ingredients:
Ingredients | Quantities |
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Chickpeas | 2 cans |
Chopped tomato | 1 |
Onion | 1/2 |
Celery | 1/2 stalk |
Garlic | 2 cloves |
Parsley | 1 tablespoon |
Dill weed | 1 teaspoon |
Red wine vinegar | 3 tablespoons |
Olive oil | 1/2 cup |
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 259.7
- Fat: 27.1g
- Saturated Fat: 3.8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 14.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 4.5g
- Fiber: 1.1g
- Sugar: 2.3g
- Protein: 0.8g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients:
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas.
- Chop the tomato, onion, celery, and garlic.
- Finely chop the parsley.
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Mixing:
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, chopped tomato, onion, celery, garlic, parsley, and dill weed.
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Dressing:
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar and olive oil until well combined.
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Tossing:
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture.
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Chill:
- Toss everything together until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
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Serve:
- Once chilled, give the salad a final toss.
- Serve chilled and enjoy this refreshing Chickpea Salad!
Tips:
- For added protein, mix in a can of salmon or grilled chicken.
- Customize the salad by adding your favorite veggies or herbs.
- This salad tastes even better the next day, so feel free to make it ahead of time.
- Double the recipe for larger gatherings or meal prep for the week ahead.
This Chickpea Salad is a flavorful and nutritious option that’s sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. Whether you’re enjoying it as a light lunch or a side dish at dinner, its vibrant colors and fresh flavors will brighten any meal! 🌟