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Summer Garlicky Chickpea Salad

I had craving today for a salad. It is SO HOT here in Central Texas and this just felt like the perfect lunch. I realized I have never added this recipe to my blog to share with you! I make this all the time. It travels well too. Just ask my family. They got sick of this of this one making an appearance on all our Airstream camping trips! Ha!

Summer Garlicky Chickpea Salad

Deliciously fresh summer salad recipe
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Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas you can use a can of garbanzo beans if you wish
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice juice from 1 lemon
  • 1 tbsp zest from the lemon
  • 1/4 cup diced red pepper
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/4 cup parsley chopped
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tbsp red onion diced

Instructions

  • Prepare the chickpeas: Drain and rinse the cooked chickpeas (or canned chickpeas). Pat them dry with a paper towel.
  • Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  • Prepare the vegetables: Dice the red pepper into small pieces and finely dice the red onion. Mince the garlic and chop the parsley.
  • Combine everything: In a large bowl, add the chickpeas, diced red pepper, diced red onion, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
  • Dress the salad: Pour the olive oil and lemon dressing over the chickpea mixture. Toss everything together until well coated.
  • Season and rest: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed. Let the salad sit for at least 15-30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Serve: Serve at room temperature or chilled. This makes a great side dish, light lunch, or can be served with pita bread or crackers.
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Let me know in the comments if you make it and what you think. It is addictive! And if you shortcut and use the canned garbanzos you can avoid turning on the stove! Although I don’t mind using my instant pot to make chickpeas – that does not make my kitchen hot!