Chickpea Salad with Cumin and Lemon

Bright, zesty, and packed with nutritious ingredients, this Chickpea Salad with Cumin and Lemon is a delightful fusion of refreshing flavors and vibrant textures. Featuring tender chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic parsley, this salad is elevated with a tangy dressing of freshly squeezed lemon juice, earthy cumin, and extra virgin olive oil. A sprinkle of optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, savory layer to this Mediterranean-inspired dish. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s perfect as a healthy side dish or light main course. Whether served fresh or chilled, this salad is an easy, make-ahead option that bursts with flavor and is sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup cucumber (diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled, optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring all the ingredients are evenly coated.

Step 4

If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad and gently fold it in.

Step 5

Allow the salad to sit for 5-10 minutes to let the flavors meld. Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed.

Step 6

Serve immediately as a side dish or a light main course. The salad can also be chilled in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1062.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1356.5

Total Fat 67.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 2654.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 147.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 39.4g	0%
Total Sugars 34.7g
Protein 54.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 737.8mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 2704.3mg	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: 43.0%

Protein: 15.4%

Carbs: 41.6%