Description:
This hearty chickpea salad brings together tender chickpeas with fresh bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and juicy tomatoes, all tossed in a simple lemon-olive oil dressing. It’s a filling, protein-packed dish perfect for lunch or dinner, packed with fiber and bursting with flavor. This salad is vegan, refreshing, and takes just minutes to prepare!
Detailed Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- Prepare the Vegetables: Dice the red bell pepper, cucumber, and halve the cherry tomatoes. Thinly slice the red onion.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and parsley.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat all ingredients evenly. Adjust seasoning to taste.
- Serve & Enjoy: Serve immediately or refrigerate to let flavors develop. Enjoy chilled for a refreshing meal!
