Chickpea Salad W Parsley Lemon and Sun Dried Tomatoes

Bright, zesty, and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Chickpea Salad with Parsley, Lemon, and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is the ultimate quick and healthy recipe! Featuring protein-rich chickpeas, vibrant fresh parsley, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, this no-cook dish comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. A simple dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, and a hint of cumin ties the ingredients together, creating a refreshing balance of citrusy, earthy, and savory notes. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a light main course, a satisfying side dish, or even spooned into wraps or atop mixed greens for a wholesome twist. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this vibrant salad is sure to become a staple in your rotation.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup fresh parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
• 0.5 medium red onion (finely diced)
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 whole lemon (juice and zest)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 tsp ground cumin
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas, then transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped fresh parsley, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and finely diced red onion to the mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, juice and zest of one lemon, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and ground black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss everything together until fully combined.

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.

Step 6

Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature. Enjoy as a light main dish or alongside your favorite entrée.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1085.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1817.4

Total Fat 58.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 7.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4161.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 60.7g	0%
Total Sugars 113.0g
Protein 74.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 978.8mg	0%
Iron 39.5mg	0%
Potassium 10942.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 27.3%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 57.2%