New York Chickpea Salad

The New York Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and hearty vegan dish, bursting with flavors from fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. It's perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish, offering a satisfying blend of textures and nutrients.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Cherry tomatoes - 200g, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4, finely chopped
• Bell pepper (red or yellow) - 1, diced
• 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
• Avocado - 1 medium, diced (optional)
• Feta-style vegan cheese (optional) - 50g, crumbled

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, and diced bell pepper.
2. Add the chopped parsley to the bowl and mix gently to combine all the vegetables.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
5. If using, gently fold in the diced avocado and crumbled vegan cheese.
6. Serve immediately or let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in fiber, which supports digestive health.
• Rich in plant-based protein, aiding in muscle repair and growth.

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