Chickpea Salad with Lemon Parmesan and Fresh Herbs

Bright, zesty, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Chickpea Salad with Lemon Parmesan and Fresh Herbs is the perfect quick and healthy dish for any occasion. Packed with creamy chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a medley of fresh parsley and basil, this salad delivers a vibrant taste in every bite. The tangy lemon dressing, enhanced by the aromatic zest and a hint of garlic, ties everything together beautifully, while shaved parmesan adds a touch of indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free and vegetarian-friendly recipe is ideal as a light lunch, a wholesome side dish, or a refreshing make-ahead option. Serve it chilled to let the flavors meld and enjoy a simple yet elegant salad that's as flavorful as it is nutritious. Keywords: Chickpea Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Healthy Salad Recipe, Lemon Parmesan Dressing, Fresh Herbs Salad.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups chickpeas (cooked or canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 cup cucumber (diced)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely diced)
• 0.5 cup parsley (fresh, chopped)
• 0.25 cup basil (fresh, chopped)
• 0.3 cup parmesan cheese (shaved or grated)
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 whole lemon (zested and juiced)
• 1 clove garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the fresh parsley and basil to the bowl for an aromatic herbal flavor.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 4

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything together until well coated.

Step 5

Gently fold in the shaved or grated parmesan cheese.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for the flavors to meld. Garnish with additional parmesan and herbs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1174.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1366.0

Total Fat 63.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 12.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 24mg	0%
Sodium 2382.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 155.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 43.7g	0%
Total Sugars 33.7g
Protein 59.4g	0%

Vitamin D 7.2IU	0%
Calcium 1007.3mg	0%
Iron 23.4mg	0%
Potassium 3356.3mg	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: 39.9%

Protein: 16.6%

Carbs: 43.5%