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Crunchy Israeli Chickpea Salad

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Israeli Chickpea Salad Recipe

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Yield: Serves 4

Description

This Israeli Chickpea Salad is a delightful mix of crunchy vegetables and hearty chickpeas, perfect for a refreshing main-dish vegetarian salad or a satisfying snack. It’s quick to prepare and bursting with flavors, making it ideal for any occasion, especially enjoyable with crisp pita chips. During the summer, using garden-fresh vegetables enhances its taste, and for an extra touch, consider adding black olives to suit your taste buds.

Ingredients

  • 1 cucumber
  • 1 green bell pepper
  • 3 plum tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1 tablespoon white vinegar

Instructions

  1. Prepare Vegetables: Wash and dice the cucumber, green bell pepper, and plum tomatoes. Place them in a large mixing bowl.

  2. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, black pepper, salt, and white vinegar until well combined.

  3. Combine and Chill: Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with the dressing.

  4. Chill Before Serving: Cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to a sealed container. Refrigerate for at least an hour to allow the flavors to meld together.

  5. Serve: Once chilled, give the salad a final toss and serve cold. Enjoy as a light lunch, a refreshing snack, or a side dish alongside your favorite main course.

This Israeli Chickpea Salad is not only quick and easy to prepare but also packed with nutritious ingredients that make it a perfect choice for a summer meal or a healthy snack any time of the year.

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