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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad: A Flavorful, Nutritious Delight

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

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A vibrant and nutritious salad featuring chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a lemon-olive oil dressing.

  • Total Time: 15

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cucumber (diced)
  • 1/2 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and Kalamata olives. Toss gently to mix.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. Adjust seasoning to your taste.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad mixture. Toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
  • Add the chopped parsley and give it one final toss.
  • Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • Prep Time: 15