Description

This Chickpea Salad is a perfect blend of flavors with fresh vegetables and protein-packed chickpeas. It’s simple to prepare, making it a great option for quick meals or healthy lunches.

Ingredients

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1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas drained & rinsed
1 (12 ounce) can corn drained
1/2 medium english cucumber chopped
1 cup little tomatoes (grape, cherry, etc.) cut into halves
2 avocados chopped
1/4 cup chopped cilantro
1/4 cup chopped red onions
1 jalapeno pepper chopped
Salt & pepper to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 teaspoon italian seasoning
1 clove garlic minced

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Instructions

In a large salad bowl, combine the dressing ingredients and whisk until well mixed.
Add the chickpeas, corn, cucumber, tomatoes, avocados, cilantro, red onions, and jalapeno to the bowl.
Gently toss all ingredients until evenly coated. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more lemon juice or salt & pepper.

Notes

For added crunch, consider including bell peppers or radishes.
This salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days for optimal freshness.
Adjust spice level by including or omitting the jalapeno based on preference.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 240
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 400mg
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg