Mediterranean Chickpea Salad (Printable Version)
Chickpeas, fresh veggies, and a citrusy dressing make this Mediterranean-inspired salad quick, colorful, and satisfying.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salad
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400 g cooked chickpeas
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1 tomato, diced
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0.5 cucumber, diced
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0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
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A handful of fresh parsley, chopped
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A few fresh mint leaves (optional)
→ Dressing
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Juice of 1 lemon
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3 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps To Follow:
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If using canned chickpeas, rinse and drain thoroughly.
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In a large bowl, mix chickpeas, diced tomato, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint if using.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, cumin if using, salt, and black pepper.
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Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine all components evenly.
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Refrigerate the salad for 15 to 20 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
# Notes and Tips:
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Enhance with diced feta, black olives, or pomegranate seeds for added flavor and color.