Fresh and Light Garbanzo Salad

Brighten up your plate with this Fresh and Light Garbanzo Salad, a vibrant and healthy dish that's packed with colorful veggies and bold Mediterranean flavors. Featuring protein-rich chickpeas, crisp English cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and a medley of red bell pepper and onion, every bite is a refreshing burst of texture and taste. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing with extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and a hint of red wine vinegar, this easy-to-make salad comes together in just 15 minutes and can be tailored with crumbled feta for an extra layer of creaminess. Perfect as a wholesome side dish or a light main course, this garbanzo salad is a must-try for quick weekday meals, picnics, or meal prep. Healthy, customizable, and absolutely delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 15 oz canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
• 1 medium English cucumber
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 tsp salt
• 0.25 tsp black pepper
• 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned garbanzo beans under cold water, then set them aside to drain completely.

Step 2

Dice the English cucumber into small, bite-sized cubes.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Dice the red bell pepper into small pieces and add it to the bowl.

Step 5

Finely chop the red onion and fresh parsley, adding them to the bowl as well.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.

Step 7

Add the garbanzo beans to the large mixing bowl with the prepared vegetables.

Step 8

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together gently until evenly coated.

Step 9

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if desired.

Step 10

If using feta cheese, sprinkle it on top before serving.

Step 11

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes to let the flavors meld. Enjoy your fresh and light garbanzo salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1226.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1044.1

Total Fat 62.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 2595.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.0g	0%
Total Sugars 28.5g
Protein 32.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 519.7mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1991.6mg	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: 51.8%

Protein: 11.9%

Carbs: 36.3%