Description
Garbanzo bean salad is a colorful and refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines protein-rich chickpeas, crunchy cucumbers, and juicy cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Not only is it easy to prepare, but it also delivers a burst of flavors and essential nutrients with every bite. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or light dinners, this salad is sure to impress your family and friends while keeping your meals healthy and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ? red onion, finely chopped
- ? cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the garbanzo beans under cold water and drain well in a large mixing bowl.
- Chop the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion. Add these vegetables to the bowl with the garbanzo beans.
- Finely chop the parsley and mix it in for added flavor.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently stir until all ingredients are well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg