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Mediterranean Garbanzo Bean Salad

Mediterranean Garbanzo Bean Salad
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Mediterranean Garbanzo Bean Salad is a bright, nutritious, and super easy-to-make dish, featuring creamy chickpeas combined with fresh vegetables, tangy herbs, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect as a light meal, side dish, or snack, this gluten-free, vegan salad offers a flavorful Mediterranean flair that’s quick to prepare and rich in protein and fiber.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 can (15 oz) garbanzo beans (chickpeas), rinsed and drained
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced

Dressing

  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Garbanzo Beans: If using canned garbanzo beans, rinse and drain them well to remove excess sodium and canning liquid, ensuring a fresh and clean flavor base.
  2. Chop Fresh Vegetables and Herbs: Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion, parsley, and mint to add vibrant textures and tastes to the salad.
  3. Combine Ingredients in a Bowl: Gently mix the garbanzo beans, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, parsley, and mint in a large bowl for an even distribution of flavors.
  4. Whisk the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create a simple but flavorful dressing.
  5. Toss and Chill: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld beautifully before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh herbs and vegetables to enhance brightness and crunch.
  • Drain garbanzo beans thoroughly to avoid watering down flavors.
  • Adjust lemon juice to your taste preference.
  • Let the salad rest chilled to fully develop flavors.
  • Choose high-quality extra virgin olive oil for richer taste and smoothness.

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Keywords: Mediterranean salad, Garbanzo bean salad, Chickpea salad, Vegan salad, Gluten free salad, Healthy snack

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