Vegetable and Chickpea Salad Bowl with Dressing and Spices and Herbs and Spices

This colorful Vegetable and Chickpea Salad Bowl is a delightful combination of fresh vegetables, protein-packed chickpeas, and a zesty dressing, making it a nourishing and satisfying meal. Perfect for a light dinner, it bursts with flavors from herbs and spices that elevate the dish to a new level.

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
• Fresh cilantro - 1/4 cup (15g), chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and cilantro.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.
4. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 400 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

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

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