Salade de Pois Chiches

Salade de Pois Chiches is a vibrant Moroccan appetizer that combines protein-rich chickpeas with fresh vegetables and aromatic spices, creating a dish that's both nutritious and delicious. This salad is perfect for sharing and offers a delightful taste of Moroccan cuisine.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas - 240 grams (cooked, drained)
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Cucumber - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 30 grams, chopped
• Fresh mint - 15 grams, chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin powder - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, diced red bell pepper, diced cucumber, and finely chopped red onion.
2. Add the chopped parsley and mint to the bowl.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin powder, salt, black pepper, and paprika to create the dressing.
4. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly.
5. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 250
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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