Kurdish Chickpea Salad

Bright, fresh, and packed with bold Middle Eastern flavors, Kurdish Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, no-cook dish that's perfect for busy weeknights or as a stunning side at any gathering. Featuring a hearty base of protein-rich chickpeas, this salad is brought to life with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic herbs like parsley and mint. A zesty dressing of extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of ground cumin ties it all together, while an optional sprinkle of tangy sumac adds a pop of authentic flavor. Ready in just 15 minutes and naturally vegan and gluten-free, this colorful salad is as healthy as it is irresistibly delicious. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing bite that’s equal parts nourishing and satisfying.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 g canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
• 1 medium red onion (finely diced)
• 2 medium tomatoes (diced)
• 1 medium cucumber (diced)
• 30 g fresh parsley (chopped)
• 15 g fresh mint (chopped)
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp sumac (optional, for garnish)
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water, then set them aside to dry slightly.

Step 2

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

Step 3

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

Step 4

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

Step 5

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.

Step 6

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with a sprinkle of sumac for an added zesty flavor (if using).

Step 7

Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1121.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1043.7

Total Fat 51.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3192.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 33.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 429.9mg	0%
Iron 12.7mg	0%
Potassium 2718.5mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 12.3%

Carbs: 45.4%