Chickpea Salad Recipe
A simple and refreshing Chickpea Salad Recipe featuring chickpeas, red onion, garlic, tomato, parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice. Ready in 10 minutes!
4 Servings
Ingredients
- Chickpeas: Two 10.5-ounce cans, drained
- Red Onion: Two tablespoons finely chopped
- Garlic: Two cloves minced
- Tomato: One medium chopped
- Parsley: Half cup freshly chopped
- Olive Oil: Three tablespoons extra virgin recommended
- Lemon Juice: One tablespoon freshly squeezed
- Salt: To taste
- Black Pepper: To taste freshly ground
Instructions
Prepare the Ingredients:
- Begin by draining the canned chickpeas thoroughly and rinsing them under cold water. Chop the red onion, garlic, tomato, and parsley to the desired size.
Combine Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the drained chickpeas, chopped red onion, minced garlic, diced tomato, and freshly chopped parsley.
Prepare the Dressing:
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, salt, and pepper until well combined.
Toss the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently toss to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated. Adjust seasoning to taste if necessary.
Chill and Serve:
- For optimal flavor, refrigerate the salad for at least one hour before serving. Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
This Chickpea Salad Recipe is naturally gluten-free. Ensure all ingredients, particularly canned chickpeas and seasonings, are certified gluten-free to prevent cross-contamination.