Delicious and Nutritious Chickpea Salad
Our signature chickpea salad recipe is a testament to the harmony of flavours and textures. Packed with essential nutrients and bursting with freshness, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups of cooked chickpeas
- 1 cup of colourful bell peppers, diced
- 1/2 cup of red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup of cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1 cup of cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup of feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup of Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
Crafting Your Perfect Chickpea Salad
Step-by-Step Preparation
In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, bell pepper, red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, parsley, and Kalamata olives. Feel free to adjust any vegetables to your taste preferences.
- In a large bowl, combine the cooked chickpeas, bell pepper, red onion, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, parsley, and Kalamata olives. Feel free to adjust any vegetables to your taste preferences.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a pinch of salt and pepper to make the dressing. Taste and adjust seasonings as desired.
- Drizzle the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
- Allow flavors to mingle for at least 10 minutes before serving to let the chickpeas soak up the flavors.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature. This salad can be served as a side dish or spooned over greens for an entree salad. It also makes wonderful leftovers, so consider preparing extra.
That’s all it takes to make this sensational chickpea salad that will become your new go-to healthy dish. With its winning combination of satisfying chickpeas, fresh veggies, and Mediterranean flair, this salad checks all the boxes. The dynamic textures and flavors come together to create a salad that is both delicious and good for you. Brighten up any meal with this Ultimate Chickpea Salad.