Tahini Lemon Chickpea Salad: A Refreshing Delight!
Discover the vibrant and nutritious Tahini Lemon Chickpea Salad: A Refreshing Delight! This delightful dish is a quick and easy solution for those busy weeknights or casual gatherings with friends. With creamy tahini dressing, zesty lemon, and a colorful array of fresh vegetables, each bite offers a burst of flavor that’s both satisfying and nourishing. Perfect as a light meal or as a companion to your favorite main dishes, this salad is versatile enough to please everyone at the table. Whip it up in just 10 minutes, and enjoy the health benefits of protein-packed chickpeas and fresh veggies!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup water
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 1/2 cucumber (diced)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (diced)
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, minced garlic, and water until smooth.
- Add the drained chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, and chopped parsley to the bowl.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss until all ingredients are well combined.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg