Zesty Chickpea Salad

Zesty Chickpea Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the nuttiness of chickpeas with a zesty vinaigrette and crunchy vegetables. Perfect for a light midnight snack, this salad is packed with flavor and nutrition.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 1 can (400g), drained and rinsed
• Cherry tomatoes - 200g, halved
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1/4 medium, finely chopped
• Bell pepper (any color) - 1 medium, diced
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic powder - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and diced bell pepper.
2. Add the chopped parsley to the bowl and mix the ingredients gently.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
4. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is evenly coated.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 32 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

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

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