Description
Transform your meals with this vibrant and refreshing Marinated Chickpeas with Tomatoes and Cucumber salad. Bursting with flavor, this easy-to-make dish combines the nutty goodness of chickpeas, juicy tomatoes, and crisp cucumber, all enveloped in a tangy marinade of olive oil, vinegar, and fresh herbs. Perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a protein-packed lunch option, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly versatile. Serve it as a side dish or elevate it to a main course by adding grilled chicken or turkey. With its wholesome ingredients and simple preparation, it’s an ideal choice for anyone looking to enjoy healthy eating without compromising on taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 12 oz chopped tomatoes
- 5–6 oz seedless English cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 3/4 cup olive oil
- 2 TBSP apple vinegar (red or white)
- 1 large lemon (juiced)
- Italian seasoning blend
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, apple vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic (if using), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chickpeas, chopped tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and parsley to the bowl. Mix well to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Allow the mixture to marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes or refrigerate for up to several hours for enhanced flavors.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature; add feta cheese if desired before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg