Garbanzo Vegetable Salad

Bursting with vibrant colors and refreshing flavors, this Garbanzo Vegetable Salad is a quick and healthy option perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Packed with protein-rich garbanzo beans, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and crunchy red bell pepper, this salad is as nutritious as it is delicious. A zesty dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and a hint of cumin ties everything together, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this light yet satisfying dish is perfect for busy weeknights or as a crowd-pleasing side at your next gathering. Serve it fresh or chilled, and enjoy a wholesome, flavor-packed bite every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 85/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 425 grams Garbanzo beans (canned, rinsed, and drained)
• 1 medium Cucumber (diced)
• 200 grams Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 1 medium Red bell pepper (diced)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (finely chopped)
• 30 grams Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned garbanzo beans thoroughly, then place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, and chop the red onion finely. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Add all the chopped vegetables to the bowl with the garbanzo beans.

Step 3

Chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl as well.

Step 4

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together the extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the garbanzo bean and vegetable mixture. Toss well to coat everything evenly.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice according to your preference.

Step 7

Allow the salad to sit for 5–10 minutes to let the flavors meld (optional).

Step 8

Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate for an hour to enjoy it chilled. The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1143.9 grams (1143.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1226

Total Fat 54.80g	70%
Saturated Fat 7.10g	36%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1950mg	85%
Total Carbohydrate 152.00g	55%
Dietary Fiber 41.40g	148%
Total Sugars 39.30g
Protein 45.90g	92%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 380mg	29%
Iron 18mg	98%
Potassium 2764mg	59%

*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: 38.4%

Protein: 14.3%

Carbs: 47.3%