Chickpea Salad

This Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and nutritious Italian dish, combining the earthy flavors of chickpeas with fresh vegetables and a zesty dressing. It's perfect as a light meal or a side dish, packed with protein and fiber.

Ingredients

• Canned chickpeas - 400 grams (drained and rinsed)
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams (halved)
• Cucumber - 1 medium (diced)
• Red onion - 50 grams (finely chopped)
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams (chopped)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Red wine vinegar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 1 clove (minced)
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and chopped parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
4. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 42 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 14 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in plant-based protein and fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, supporting overall wellness.

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