Tomato Chickpea Salad

Brighten up your meals with this refreshing Tomato Chickpea Salad, a quick and healthy recipe that's bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors! Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, protein-packed chickpeas, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion, this salad is elevated with a drizzle of tangy lemon-olive oil dressing and a sprinkle of fresh parsley. Optional crumbles of creamy feta cheese add a delightful touch, making it perfect as a light lunch, a side dish, or a make-ahead option for picnics and potlucks. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this colorful, nutrient-rich salad is as easy to make as it is delicious. Packed with fresh ingredients and simple seasonings, this dish is a must-try for fans of Mediterranean and vegetarian cuisine.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
• 1 can Canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
• 0.5 medium Red onion
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Rinse the chickpeas under cold water, drain well, and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 3

Finely chop the red onion and cucumber into small, bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Roughly chop the fresh parsley and add it to the mixture.

Step 5

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

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, ensuring the dressing coats all the components evenly.

Step 7

If desired, sprinkle feta cheese on top for added creaminess and flavor.

Step 8

Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 20-30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1138.4 grams (1138.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1362

Total Fat 66.80g	86%
Saturated Fat 16.70g	84%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 2616mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 147.30g	54%
Dietary Fiber 38.80g	139%
Total Sugars 36.60g
Protein 52.70g	105%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 615mg	47%
Iron 16mg	86%
Potassium 2535mg	54%

*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: 42.9%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 42.0%