Salada de Grão-de-bico

Salada de Grão-de-bico is a flavorful Brazilian dish featuring baked chickpeas, vegetables, and aromatic herbs, perfect for a low-carb meal. This dish is both nutritious and satisfying, making it an excellent choice for health-conscious diners.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 400 grams, drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Fresh parsley - 1/4 cup, chopped
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Feta cheese - 50 grams, crumbled (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, diced red bell pepper, diced red onion, minced garlic, and halved cherry tomatoes.
3. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle with cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well coated.
4. Spread the chickpea and vegetable mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
5. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the chickpeas are slightly crispy.
6. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Stir in the chopped parsley and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese, if using.
7. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 10 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 15 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, supporting overall well-being.

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