Vegetable and Chickpea Salad Bowl

This vibrant Vegetable and Chickpea Salad Bowl is a delightful combination of fresh vegetables and protein-packed chickpeas, tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a light dinner, it offers a balance of flavors and textures that is both satisfying and nutritious.

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
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon (15ml)
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon (3g)
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon (1g)
• Feta cheese - 1/4 cup (35g), crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
4. If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad.
5. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 280 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas, supporting muscle health.
• Loaded with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall wellness.

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