Herbed Chickpea Salad

This Herbed Chickpea Salad is a refreshing blend of protein-packed chickpeas and vibrant herbs, perfect for a light side dish. Tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, it's both nutritious and bursting with flavor.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 1 can (400g)
• Cherry tomatoes - 150g, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh mint - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas under cold water.
2. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
5. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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