Cold Chickpea Lemon Herb (Print Version)

Hearty chickpeas, lemon herbs, and fresh veggies unite for a bright, satisfying Mediterranean salad.

# What You'll Need:

→ Salad

01 - 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
07 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional, omit for vegan)

→ Lemon Herb Dressing

08 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
11 - 1 clove garlic, minced
12 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, add chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper until fully emulsified.
03 - Pour the lemon herb dressing over the salad mixture. Toss gently until all ingredients are evenly coated.
04 - If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese over the salad just before serving.
05 - Refrigerate for 10 minutes for enhanced flavors, then serve cold.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to prepare with no cooking required.
  • Light and refreshing flavors perfect for warm weather.
  • Versatile ingredients that allow customization with herbs or add-ins.
  • Protein-packed and suitable for vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets.
02 -
  • Use fresh lemon juice and zest for a bright, natural flavor.
  • Whisk dressing ingredients thoroughly to emulsify and evenly coat the salad.
  • Drain and rinse chickpeas well to avoid excess sodium and improve texture.
  • Chill the salad briefly before serving to let flavors meld and enhance refreshment.
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