Chickpea Cucumber Salad (The Ultimate Refreshing Recipe)
Chickpea Cucumber Salad (The Ultimate Refreshing Recipe) is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines protein-packed chickpeas with crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for any meal, this salad is quick to prepare—taking just 15 minutes—and can be enjoyed as a standalone meal, side dish, or even in wraps. The refreshing flavors and textures make it an ideal choice for picnics, lunchboxes, or gatherings. Feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients for added variety. A simple yet delicious way to incorporate more healthy options into your diet!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 15 oz can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 1 English cucumber (diced)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- ½ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- For the vinaigrette: ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes for deeper flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg