Chickpea and Vegetable Salad

This Chickpea and Vegetable Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish, packed with fresh vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas, making it a perfect healthy lunch option. It's quick to prepare and bursting with flavor, ensuring a satisfying meal for any day of the week.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 1 cup (240g), drained and rinsed
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup (150g), halved
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup (15g), chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (2g), or to taste
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1g), or to taste

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, and chopped red onion.
2. Add the chopped parsley to the bowl with the vegetables.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture, and toss well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
5. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 9 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from the fresh vegetables, supporting overall health.

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