Herb and Chickpea Salad

Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this Herb and Chickpea Salad is the ultimate quick and easy side dish or light meal. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas and an abundance of fresh herbs—parsley, cilantro, and mint—this salad delivers a vibrant, herbaceous punch in every bite. Juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and a finely diced red onion add refreshing crunch, while a zesty dressing of lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, garlic, and earthy cumin ties it all together. Ready in just 15 minutes and perfect served chilled or at room temperature, this no-cook recipe is ideal for meal prep, potlucks, or simple weeknight dinners. Enjoy this gluten-free, vegan salad as a wholesome lunch or pair it with your favorite grilled dishes for a Mediterranean-inspired feast.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned chickpeas
• 1 cup fresh parsley
• 0.5 cup fresh cilantro
• 0.25 cup fresh mint
• 1 small red onion
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 1 medium cucumber
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly and set them aside.

Step 2

Finely chop the parsley, cilantro, and mint leaves, and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

Peel and finely dice the red onion. Add it to the bowl with the herbs.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, and add them to the bowl.

Step 5

To prepare the dressing, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Whisk well until emulsified.

Step 6

Add the drained chickpeas to the mixing bowl with the herbs and vegetables.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or lemon juice to taste.

Step 9

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to an hour to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1087.6 grams (1087.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	922

Total Fat 49.20g	63%
Saturated Fat 6.80g	34%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2641mg	115%
Total Carbohydrate 101.30g	37%
Dietary Fiber 25.30g	90%
Total Sugars 25.40g
Protein 26.50g	53%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 357mg	27%
Iron 11mg	60%
Potassium 2238mg	48%

*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: 46.4%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 42.5%