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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
5 from 10 votes

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad balances hearty chickpeas with crisp red cabbage, fresh dill, and diced bell peppers. A dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt, and black pepper ties the flavors together. The olives add a briny bite, complementing the fresh vegetables. The salad gains a slight tang from lemon and sumac, providing a refreshing contrast. It can be served immediately or chilled for more melded flavors.

Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 111 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

Dressing
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • ½ tsp sumac
  • ½ tsp kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
Salad
  • 1 can chickpeas 15 oz.
  • 2 cups red cabbage
  • ½ cup olive chopped
  • ½ cup dill chopped, fresh
  • 1 bell pepper diced, red or yellow

Instructions

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  1. In a large bowl mix the olive oil, lemon juice, sumac, salt and pepper.
  2. Drain the chickpeas and add them to the bowl followed by the cabbage, olives, dill and chopped peppers. Toss everything so they're coated with the dressing.
  3. Let it sit in the fridge for 1 hour if desired and serve.

Notes

  • The salad is adaptable; you can add diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, crumbled feta, or sliced red onion to enhance flavors and textures.
  • Prepare this salad in advance and store it refrigerated for 2 to 3 days, but keep the dressing separate until serving to prevent sogginess.
  • Chilling the salad for about an hour before serving allows the flavors to meld without compromising the crisp texture of the vegetables.

Nutrition Information

Calories 111kcal (6%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 7g (35%) Sodium 570mg (24%) Potassium 198mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 2g (4%) Vitamin A 1023IU (20%) Vitamin C 45mg (50%) Calcium 49mg (5%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 111

% Daily Value*

Calories 111kcal 6%
Carbohydrates 7g 2%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 7g 35%
Sodium 570mg 24%
Potassium 198mg 4%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 2g 4%
Vitamin A 1023IU 20%
Vitamin C 45mg 50%
Calcium 49mg 5%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.