Standing behind a stove in the heat of summer is the last thing I want to do but I still want a wholesome meal that will fill me up. This fresh chickpea salad is a great choice for lunch and it’s extremely healthy.
Furthermore, it's an excellent source of protein, so if you’re a vegan or vegetarian you’re in luck.
I took this salad to lunch and my co-workers thought it looked and smelled so good, they didn't leave me alone until I shared some of the salad with them. They loved it! But there was almost nothing left for me. Sheesh.
The other great thing about this salad is that it can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and it will taste just as great, but trust me it won’t last that long. If you're not a fan of chickpeas try a similar, but equally delicious quinoa salad.
Ingredients:
- chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
- tomatoes
- yellow pepper
- cucumber
- green onions
- fresh parsley
- fresh basil
- olive oil
- vinegar
- salt and pepper
How to make it:
- Start by draining and rinsing a can of chickpeas, then place them in a large bowl.
- Add chopped vegetables and herbs to the bowl.
- Next, whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper and add to the bowl. Toss everything well to coat.
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Vegan Chickpea Salad
Ingredients
- 1 can (19 oz) chickpeas aka garbanzo beans rinsed and drained
- 2 large tomatoes diced
- 1 yellow pepper chopped
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 3 green onions (white and green parts) sliced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- ½ tablespoon chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by draining and rinsing a can of chickpeas, then place them in a large bowl.
- Add chopped vegetables and herbs to the bowl.
- Next, whisk olive oil, vinegar, salt, and pepper and add to the bowl. Toss everything well to coat.
kelly smith says
Yummy, it is a perfect salad for summer. I am very excited to make a new method of salad. I am always ready to make new dishes.
Jas says
Thanks, Kelly! I am thrilled that you like it 😀
Jennifer Dawn says
What a perfect summer salad! I love finding delicious vegan and vegetarian recipes since I don't eat meat. I'm sharing it at this week's link party. http://www.thelifeofjenniferdawn.com/2017/06/recipes-for-summer-potluck-weekly-link.html
Jas says
Yay, I'm so glad you like it! Thank you, Jennifer! 😀
Beverly says
We love chick peas and put them on salads all the time. This salad looks great. I don't like tomatoes so I would have to put something else in its place. That's what makes it so versatile.
Thanks for sharing at Happiness Is Homemade Party.
Hugs,
Bev
Jas says
That's right! Whatever you like or have on hand goes 😀
Miz Helen says
We will love your Chickpea Salad, the combination is awesome! Thanks so much for sharing your post with us at Full Plate Thursday. Have a great weekend and come back to see us real soon!
Miz Helen
Jas says
Thanks a bunch!
Jas says
So pleased you like it! 🙂
Jhuls @ The Not So Creative Cook says
Thank you for coming at this week's Fiesta Friday and for bringing with you this delicious salad. I hop you are having fun!
Jas says
Thanks, Jhuls! See you next week.
Alison's Allspice says
Such a healthy and delicious salad! Now my garden needs to hurry up with those peppers and cucumbers so I can make your recipe!
Jas says
Mine too! I have peppers already, but they're too small still 😀
Mary says
Jas I can definitely see making this. Everytime I go to the supermarket with the hubs, he always buys bags of chickpeas. Just in case he says. I guess it's from the time he was a little boy and his mother made his chickpea soup!
Jas says
See, it's good to have things in the house, just in case. Now you can make this salad 😉
image-in-ing: weekly photo linky says
Looks very tasty BUT, unfortunately, I can't get my husband within miles of chickpeas.
Thanks for sharing at https://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2017/06/pretty-view-in-ladies-loo.html
Jas says
Neither can I get mine, but more for me, lol. Thanks for stopping in!
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond says
Thanks Jas for another delicious recipe idea that is healthy too! Glad to see you link up at #overthemoon again this week. I'm sharing on social media. Have a lovely week and see you next week.
Sue from Sizzling Towards 60 & Beyond
Jas says
Thank you, Sue! It might be too cool down under now for a summer salad, eh?
Judee@gluten free A-Z Blog says
What great photos for a healthy clean eating salad. Looks delicious
Jas says
Aw, thank you very much, Judee! I appreciate your compliment 🙂
Claudia says
oh my, this looks so yum. My daughter and I are on the search for some quick but yummy recipes for those days when we really don't have much time, and I love this idea. Thank you for sharing!
Jas says
Thank you, Caludia! Hope you and your daighter like this simple salad 🙂
Theresa @DearCreatives says
Looks so good! Thanks for sharing at the #InspirationSpotlight party @DearCreatives Pinned & sharing .
Jas says
Thank you, Theresa! Have a great weekend.
Lisa says
This looks delicious!! My stomach loves color. 🙂
Jas says
Lol, I like your stomach. Thanks, Lisa!
Elaine @ Dishes Delish says
Looks yummy, flavorful and nutritious! I love having salads different ways! I can't wait to serve this salad!
Jas says
Thank you, Lainey 😀
Jas says
You will like it, I can eat it every day 🙂
Laura says
This looks awesome, I am going to try it!!