Nohut Salatası

Nohut Salatası is a refreshing Turkish chickpea salad that combines hearty legumes with fresh vegetables and zesty dressing. It's a perfect dairy-free dish that offers a delightful mix of textures and flavors, making it an ideal lunch option.

Ingredients

• Chickpeas (cooked) - 200 grams
• Cucumber - 100 grams, diced
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Red onion - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Bell pepper (any color) - 50 grams, diced
• Parsley - 20 grams, finely chopped
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, finely chopped red onion, diced bell pepper, and chopped parsley.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
4. Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 12 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber, which can aid in digestion and keep you full longer.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables, promoting overall health.

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