Lemon Herb Chickpea Salad

Recipe Collection: Salads

Lemon Herb Chickpea Salad elevates your meal with a vibrant vegetarian dish bursting with fresh flavors. This Mediterranean-inspired salad features protein-packed chickpeas, zesty lemon, and aromatic parsley, making it a perfect choice for a light lunch or a refreshing side. With no common allergens, it’s suitable for everyone!

The bright, tangy notes of lemon complement the earthy chickpeas, while the fresh parsley adds a delightful crunch. This versatile salad can be enjoyed on its own, paired with grilled meats, or served alongside your favorite dishes.

Overview

This refreshing chickpea salad is a quick and easy dish that combines the zesty flavors of lemon with the earthiness of chickpeas. Enhanced with fresh parsley, red onion, and tomato, this salad is perfect for a light lunch or a side dish. For an extra burst of flavor, chill the salad before serving.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

None

Cuisine

Mediterranean

Serving Size: 4

Cooking Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 10.5 Ounces (oz) cans chickpeas, drained
• 2 Tablespoons (tbsp) red onion, minced
• 2 Whole garlic cloves, minced
• 1 Whole tomato, minced
• 0.5 Cups parsley, minced
• 3 Tablespoons (tbsp) olive oil
• 1 Tablespoon (tbsp) lemon juice
• 1 Pinch salt, to taste
• 1 Pinch pepper, to taste

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, minced red onion, minced garlic, minced tomato, and minced parsley.
2. Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture.
3. Season with 1 pinch of salt and 1 pinch of pepper to taste, and toss everything together until well combined.
4. For best results, refrigerate the salad for about 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve chilled and enjoy your zesty lemon chickpea salad!

Enjoy your homemade Lemon Herb Chickpea Salad!