Ingredients
2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 large English cucumber, diced
1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, finely diced
1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly in a colander until the water runs clear. Pat them dry with a paper towel and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2: Chop the English cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion into uniform, bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with the chickpeas.
Step 3: In a small glass jar or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until the dressing is well emulsified.
Step 4: Pour the dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture. Add the freshly chopped parsley and mint, then toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Step 5: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to develop. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
To keep the salad fresh for longer, wait to add the salt and dressing until just before serving if you plan to eat it over several days.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT0M
- Category: Main Dishes & Savory Recipes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg