Description
A vibrant and healthy chickpea salad combining fresh vegetables, creamy avocado, and tangy lemon dressing. Perfect as a light meal or refreshing side dish.
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cucumber, diced
1 bell pepper, diced
1/4 red onion, finely chopped
1 avocado, diced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and avocado.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend together.
Notes
This salad stores well in the fridge for 2-3 days. For best results, add the avocado just before serving to prevent browning.
If you want to add more protein, toss in some grilled chicken or feta cheese.
Feel free to customize with more veggies or a different dressing.
For a spicier kick, try adding chili flakes or hot sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
