Lemon Chickpea Salad (The Best Quick & Healthy Recipe)
Lemon Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that combines the refreshing taste of fresh vegetables with the hearty goodness of chickpeas. This quick and healthy recipe is perfect for busy days, taking just 15 minutes to prepare. Tossed in a zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette, this salad makes for an ideal light lunch, side dish, or meal prep option. Packed with plant-based protein and fiber, it’s not only satisfying but also versatile enough to suit any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 2 cans chickpeas (15-ounce each), rinsed and drained
- 1 English cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (from about 2 lemons)
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground, or to taste)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, finely diced red onion, and chopped fresh parsley.
- Add rinsed and drained chickpeas to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss gently until well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg