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Refreshing Cucumber & Tomato Chickpea Salad — homemade Cucumber Tomato Chickpea Salad recipe

Refreshing Cucumber & Tomato Chickpea Salad

A light and vibrant salad featuring protein-packed chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 245
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1/4 cup red onion thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 pinch salt and pepper to taste

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a large bowl.
  2. Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well combined.
  4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

Best served chilled to allow the flavors to meld together.