Vegetable and Chickpea Salad Bowl with Dressing

This vibrant Vegetable and Chickpea Salad Bowl is a delightful blend of fresh ingredients and protein-rich chickpeas, making it a wholesome and satisfying dish. Perfectly seasoned and dressed, it offers a refreshing and nutritious option for dinner.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 1 cup (cooked)
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 1 cup, halved
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 1/4 cup, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, 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 ingredients and toss gently to combine.
4. If using, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top before serving.
5. Serve the salad in bowls and enjoy immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from chickpeas.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Packed with vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.

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