Zesty Lemon Herb Chickpea Salad: Refreshing Fiber-Packed Delight! 🍋🌿

Marinated Chickpea Salad Recipe 🥗

Overview:

• Name: Marinated Chickpea Salad
• Category: Lunch/Snacks
• Keywords: Beans, < 15 Mins, Refrigerator
• Servings: 4
• Calories per Serving: 172
• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 15 minutes (Prep time does not include marinating overnight)
• Description: A delightful, mild-tasting salad packed with fiber, low in carbs, and adaptable for a side dish or a satisfying lunch with chicken.

Ingredients:

Instructions:

1. Prepare Chickpeas:

   • Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly. You can also use other beans like black beans, black-eyed peas, or cannellini beans.
   • Place the chickpeas, sliced green onions, and halved cherry tomatoes in a large mixing bowl.

2. Make the Dressing:

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   • In a separate bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, olive oil, Splenda sugar substitute, salt, dried dill weed, dried thyme, pepper, and minced garlic.
   • Mix everything together until well blended, creating a zesty and flavorful dressing.

3. Combine and Marinate:

   • Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture in the bowl.
   • Gently toss everything together, ensuring the chickpeas and veggies are nicely coated with the dressing.
   • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate overnight. This allows the flavors to meld together beautifully, giving the chickpeas a chance to absorb all the deliciousness of the dressing.

4. Serve and Enjoy:

   • When ready to serve, give the salad a final gentle toss.
   • Spoon the marinated chickpea salad onto plates as a refreshing side dish.
   • For a heartier meal, try serving it with leftover chicken breasts. Place a generous portion of the bean salad on a bed of fresh salad greens and top it with sliced chicken.
   • The combination of flavors and textures makes this salad perfect for a light lunch or a flavorful side to complement any meal.

Nutritional Information per Serving:

• Calories: 172
• Total Fat: 4.7g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.6g
• Cholesterol: 0mg
• Sodium: 613.2mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 27.7g
  • Dietary Fiber: 5.6g
  • Sugars: 1.6g
• Protein: 6g

Tips:

• Feel free to customize the salad with your favorite herbs or additional vegetables.
• If you prefer a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
• This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for a few days, making it a great option for meal prep or quick, healthy lunches on the go.
• For a vegan version, omit the chicken and enjoy the salad on its own or with some crusty bread on the side.

🥄 Enjoy this flavorful and nutritious Marinated Chickpea Salad as a satisfying lunch or a vibrant side dish! 🥗