Pesto Chickpea Salad
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4.9
Pesto Chickpea Salad
Description
This salad blends canned chickpeas with a simple dressing made from basil pesto, mayonnaise, lemon juice, and freshly cracked black pepper. The addition of finely diced red onion and chopped parsley introduces sharp and herbal brightness, complementing the creamy and herbaceous dressing. The chickpeas provide a firm, slightly grainy texture that can be left whole or gently smashed to thicken the mixture.
The result is a flavorful salad with a mixture of creamy, tangy, and fresh notes. Pesto brings an aromatic basil flavor while the lemon juice adds a slight acidity that balances the richness from mayonnaise.
Pesto Chickpea Salad can be served immediately or chilled, working well as a side salad, a filling for sandwiches, or a quick snack. Adjusting the mash of chickpeas allows customization of texture to personal preference.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise $0.40
- 1/4 cup basil pesto $1.30
- 1 Tbsp lemon juice $0.06
- 1/8 tsp black pepper $0.01, freshly cracked
- 2 oz. cans chickpeas $1.10
- 1/4 cup red onion $0.10
- 1/4 cup parsley $0.17, fresh
Instructions
- Stir together the mayonnaise, pesto, lemon juice, and pepper in a bowl.
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas. Roughly chop the parsley. Finely dice the red onions (soak the red onions in cold water for 5 minutes for a milder onion flavor). Add the chickpeas, parsley, and onion to a large bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpeas, parsley, and onion. Stir to combine. Serve as is or slightly mash the chickpeas for a thicker consistency. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4¾ cup each
Amount Per Serving
Calories 363 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Serving | |
| Calories | 363kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Sodium | 245mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 10g | 40% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.9
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