Mediterranean Chickpea Bowl

The Mediterranean Chickpea Bowl is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the wholesome goodness of chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a zesty dressing, perfect for a healthy American lunch. Packed with flavor and color, this bowl is sure to satisfy your hunger while keeping your meal light and refreshing.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200g, halved
• Red onion - 1/4, finely chopped
• Bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Kalamata olives - 100g, pitted and halved
• Feta cheese - 100g, crumbled
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped red onion, diced bell pepper, and sliced olives.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture, and toss gently to combine.
4. Add the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley to the bowl, and mix carefully to avoid breaking the feta.
5. Serve immediately in bowls or refrigerate for later use, allowing the flavors to meld together for up to an hour.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 18 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein from chickpeas, promoting muscle health.
• Rich in fiber, aiding digestion and promoting a feeling of fullness.

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