Enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing chickpea salad. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and fresh herbs, this salad is tossed in a zesty lemon and garlic dressing. Perfect as a nutritious and delicious addition to any table.
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
4-6
15 minutes
Main Dish
level 1
Enjoy the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this refreshing chickpea salad. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and fresh herbs, this salad is tossed in a zesty lemon and garlic dressing. Perfect as a nutritious and delicious addition to any table.

Ingredients
- 2 cans of chickpeas, rinsed and drained (or 3 cups cooked chickpeas)
- 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 1/2 cups chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (about 1 bunch)
- 1/2 cup chopped red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped celery, plus leaves (about 2 ribs)
Lemon Garlic Dressing
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice (from 1 to 1 1/2 lemons)
- 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Pink Himalayan salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Directions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, red bell pepper, parsley, red onion, and celery
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and black pepper
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss well to combine
- Adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving
8 comments
Excellent flavor!! Will definitely make this again!!
Looks great
Thanks
Very yummy smelling, tasting delicious