Chickpea Salad with Cucumbers and Tomatoes
Chickpea Salad with Cucumbers and Tomatoes is a refreshing and nutritious dish that perfectly embodies summer flavors. This quick-to-prepare salad features the crispness of fresh cucumbers, the juiciness of ripe tomatoes, and the hearty texture of chickpeas. It’s an ideal option for a light lunch, a complement to grilled dishes, or as a vibrant side at summer picnics. Packed with vitamins, fiber, and protein, this salad not only delights the palate but also nourishes the body. Customize it with your favorite herbs or additional vegetables to make it truly your own. Enjoy it chilled for a burst of freshness on warm days!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 1/4 cups diced cucumbers
- 1 cup diced tomato
- 1/4 cup diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 15 oz can rinsed chickpeas
- 1/2 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all produce and dice the cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, rinsed chickpeas, and minced parsley.
- Drizzle with fresh lemon juice and olive oil; season with salt and black pepper.
- Gently toss until well combined. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg