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Savory Homemade Comfort Food to Beat Fast Food Boredom

Chickpea Salad is a healthy, vibrant dish that elevates homemade comfort food, perfect for a quick meal or side at gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 1 Bell Pepper diced
  • 0.5 Cucumber diced
  • 0.5 Red Onion thinly sliced
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
Optional Add-Ins
  • 0.5 cup Feta Cheese crumbled
  • 0.5 cup Nuts e.g., almonds or walnuts
  • 1 Avocado diced

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • small bowl
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse a can of chickpeas under cold water for about 30 seconds, then drain well and let moisture evaporate.
  2. Dice one bell pepper, half a cucumber, and a handful of cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces; thinly slice a red onion.
  3. In a bowl, combine drained chickpeas with the chopped vegetables and gently fold together.
  4. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl until combined.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
  6. Sprinkle optional ingredients like feta cheese, nuts, or avocado if desired, and mix gently.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 minutes before serving to meld flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Use fresh, seasonal vegetables for the best flavor. If you're adding optional ingredients, balance is key for a harmonious dish.

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