Chickpea Salad with Cumin Vinaigrette
Bright, wholesome, and bursting with flavor, this Chickpea Salad with Cumin Vinaigrette is a quick and easy, nutrient-packed dish perfect for any occasion. Combining tender chickpeas with juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and the zesty bite of red onion, this salad is elevated by a fragrant cumin-infused vinaigrette made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and garlic. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herby freshness, while optional crumbled feta provides a creamy, tangy finish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a meal prep option. Serve it on its own or pair it with warm pita for a Mediterranean-inspired feast. Make it ahead for even more flavor as the vinaigrette beautifully melds with the ingredients. Keywords: chickpea salad, cumin vinaigrette, easy salad recipe, healthy Mediterranean salad, quick no-cook meals.
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Ingredients
- 425 g Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 200 g Cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium Cucumber, diced
- 0.5 medium Red onion, finely diced
- 30 g Fresh parsley, chopped
- 50 g Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp Ground cumin
- 1 tsp Honey
- 1 clove Garlic, minced
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese (if using). Set aside.
Step 2
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, ground cumin, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined to make the vinaigrette.
Step 3
Pour the cumin vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 4
Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, or refrigerate if preparing in advance.
Step 5
Give the salad a final toss before serving and enjoy as is or with warm pita bread on the side.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1017.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1170.9 |
| Total Fat 63.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 15.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 44.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3049.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 119.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 28.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.0g | |
| Protein 39.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 554.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2056.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories