🥗 Chickpea Salad: A Fresh, Protein-Packed, and Flavorful Dish! 🌿
This refreshing chickpea salad is loaded with vibrant vegetables, tangy lemon juice, and heart-healthy olive oil—making it a satisfying, wholesome meal or side dish you’ll want on repeat!
Whether you’re looking for a meatless Monday option, an easy meal prep salad, or a light summer lunch, this chickpea salad brings together texture, nutrition, and bold Mediterranean-inspired flavor in every bite.
🛒 Ingredients:
🧆 2 cans (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed (or 3 cups cooked chickpeas)
🧅 ½ small red onion, finely chopped
🫑 1 red bell pepper, diced
🥒 1 cucumber, diced
🍅 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
🧄 1 clove garlic, minced
🍋 Juice of 1 lemon
🧴 2 tbsp olive oil
🧂 Salt and pepper, to taste
🌿 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (or cilantro, if preferred)
🧀 Optional: ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese or avocado slices for added creaminess
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Prep the Vegetables
Dice the red onion, bell pepper, cucumber, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
2. Mix the Base
In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas with the chopped veggies, garlic, and parsley.
3. Dress It Up
Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss until everything is well coated.
4. Add Creaminess (Optional)
Top with crumbled feta or fresh avocado slices if desired, and give it one last gentle mix.
5. Serve or Chill
Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
💡 Tips & Variations:
Want more zest? Add a splash of red wine vinegar or a pinch of sumac.
Add protein: Toss in grilled chicken, tuna, or hard-boiled eggs for a fuller meal.
Keep it vegan: Skip the feta or swap it with vegan cheese or avocado.
❤️ Why You’ll Love It:
Naturally gluten-free & vegetarian
Perfect for meal prep or picnics
Bursting with color, crunch, and freshness
Customizable with your favorite veggies or herbs
Chickpea Salad is the ultimate healthy comfort food—easy to make, endlessly adaptable, and always satisfying.