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Quick and Refreshing Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
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Quick and Refreshing 10-Minute Chickpea Salad

Whip up this vibrant Mediterranean chickpea salad in just 10 minutes for a healthy, delicious side dish or lunch. Packed with tender chickpeas, crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and a zesty dressing, it’s the perfect light meal that’s both satisfying and easy to prepare. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a quick weeknight dinner, this salad is full of flavor and nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 15 oz can chickpeas, (rinsed and drained)
  • 1 ½ cup cherry tomatoes (sliced in quarters)
  • 1/4 cup red onion (minced)
  • 1 avocado (cubed)
  • 1 cup cucumber (diced)
  • 1/4 cup parsley (finely chopped)
  • 4 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

Method
 

  1. Begin by combining the ingredients for the homemade red wine vinegar salad dressing. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, shake until well combined. Alternatively, you can combine all ingredients in a food processor or blender and pulse until well combined and smooth. Taste and adjust seasonings.
  2. Chop and prepare your vegetables. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
  3. Add the chickpeas and all the vegetables (cucumber, avocado, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley) to a bowl. Stir together. Toss with the salad dressing and serve immediately.