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Ensalada de Garbanzos (Chickpea Salad)

Mediterranean Living Staff
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Marinating Time (optional) 15 minutes
Course Lunch, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine Spanish
Servings 4
Calories 352 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 (15 ounce) can of chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 red onion, finely diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • salt, to taste
  • freshly ground pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta

Instructions
 

  • Combine the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.
  • Add the Herbs and Capers: Stir in the parsley, mint (if using), and capers until well mixed.
  • Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, cumin, salt, and black pepper until the dressing is well combined.
  • Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss it well to coat all of the ingredients evenly.
  • Chill (Optional): Cover the salad and refrigerate it for 15 minutes, to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Taste and Serve: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve it chilled or at room temperature, garnished with feta.

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcalCarbohydrates: 36gProtein: 12gFat: 19gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 236mgPotassium: 621mgFiber: 10gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 1667IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 132mgIron: 4mg
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