This Lemony Chickpea Salad is light and fresh, full of so much flavor and is easily made in just 5 minutes or less!
Chickpeas might seriously be one of the greatest items ever to be canned. They’re high in protein/fiber, low in fat, and just so happen to taste pretty freakin’ amazing. Also, the possibilities are endless in the amount of recipes you can come up with using these delicious beans!
This chickpea salad tastes so light and flavorful using fresh herbs, lemon and a hint of red pepper for some added spice. Oh and I should probably mention this literally takes less than 5 minutes to throw together. I was sold on that fact alone, especially considering how busy I’ve been these days. I’m constantly on the hunt for healthy snacks that are easy to make which take little to no effort so that during the week I’m not tempted to grab fast food or something ungodly horrible for me.
This would be a perfect example.
You’re welcome.
And with Gold Cup right around the corner (um yeah, this weekend to be exact), I’m bound and determined to slip myself into that skinny little dress I’ve had hanging in my closet for over 3 months now.
Yes I plan for events well in advance.
Don’t judge.
So whether you’re looking for a healthy snack idea or just plain love the taste of chickpeas, this recipe is perfect for anyone! And hey, I’m sure you wouldn’t mind losing a pound or two.
Lemony Chickpea Salad
Ingredients
- 1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 1 15 oz. can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, crushed red pepper, garlic and parsley. Toss in chickpeas, cover and allow them to marinate for about 30 minutes at room temperature. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I loooove chickpea salads.
And I’m cracking up because I just posted a cucumber salad and I see you posted one recently too. We’re on the same wavelength I guess 🙂 Come check it out I also have some exciting news to share.
xo
Your chickpea salad looks so good and refreshing.
I love simple and delicious! Cute napkins, too!
Oh this salad would be just perfect for springtime. Looks so refreshing!
I eat some version of chickpea salads on a regular basis (so delicious!)….this one definitely needs to get added to my line up.
I love chickpeas!! Great recipe!
Mmm, I adore chickpeas, and they go so well with citrus. Looks perfect!
This is such a beautiful light recipe. And just in time for summer in the desert…thank you! (I’m assuming, of course, that you posted this JUST for me…haha). I’m going to try this recipe this week! So excited!
Mmm.. totally agree! Love chickpeas! This salad sounds so yummy with the light dressing!
I love this recipe! I”m always looking for a healthy snack! Love the flavor combinations you used.