Chickpea Salad with Garlic Cumin Vinaigrette

Bright, zesty, and oh-so-satisfying, this Chickpea Salad with Garlic Cumin Vinaigrette is a vibrant fusion of fresh vegetables and bold Mediterranean flavors. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion, this salad is tossed in a richly spiced vinaigrette featuring garlic, ground cumin, and a touch of honey for sweetness. Optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty finish that complements the freshness of parsley. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free recipe is perfect as a light lunch, a side for grilled dishes, or even a make-ahead meal. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing, healthy dish that’s as nutritious as it is flavorful!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 ounces canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 0.25 cup red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and feta cheese (if using).

Step 2

Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, ground cumin, honey, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar.

Step 3

Pour the garlic cumin vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.

Step 4

Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 5

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a light meal or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1098.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1386.4

Total Fat 67.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 15.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 2636.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 38.9g	0%
Total Sugars 39.5g
Protein 54.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 748.8mg	0%
Iron 19.5mg	0%
Potassium 2745.6mg	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: 42.0%

Protein: 15.1%

Carbs: 42.9%