Here’s a simple recipe for a delicious chickpea salad:
Ingredients:
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Additions:
- Cherry tomatoes, halved
- Feta cheese, crumbled
- Olives, sliced
- Avocado, diced
- Red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, chopped red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss until everything is well coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- If using any optional additions like cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, or avocado, gently fold them into the salad.
- Refrigerate the chickpea salad for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or a light meal on its own.
Enjoy your flavorful and nutritious chickpea salad! Feel free to customize it with your favorite ingredients and adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.