Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Ingredients
- 1 can canned chickpeas
- 1 medium cucumber
- 1 medium bell pepper
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/4 medium red onion
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- to taste - salt
- to taste - black pepper
Accompaniment
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Description
This vibrant Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a delightful mixture of fresh vegetables, fragrant herbs, and hearty chickpeas. It's perfect as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish for dinner, bringing together the tastes of the Mediterranean with every bite.
Method
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1
Rinse and drain 1 can of chickpeas and place them in a large mixing bowl.
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2
Chop 1 cucumber, 1 bell pepper, and 1 cup of cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl with chickpeas.
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3
Finely chop 1/4 red onion and 1/4 cup of fresh parsley, then incorporate them into the salad mixture.
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4
In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, the juice of 1 lemon, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, salt, and pepper to taste.
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5
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
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6
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
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