Refresh your palate with our Vegan Chickpea Salad, a vibrant medley of flavors and textures that’s perfect for a light and satisfying cold entrée. This refreshing salad combines protein-packed chickpeas with crisp vegetables and fragrant herbs, all tossed in a zesty lemon tahini dressing. Each bite offers a delightful crunch from the fresh vegetables and a creamy richness from the tahini dressing, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. Whether you’re enjoying it as a side dish, a light lunch, or a picnic staple, this Vegan Chickpea Salad is sure to please. Plus, it’s incredibly versatile and easy to customize with your favorite ingredients, making it a go-to recipe for any occasion. Embrace the simplicity and freshness of plant-based eating with this irresistible salad that celebrates the abundance of wholesome ingredients.
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Chilling time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- 1/4 cup lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, finely chopped red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, tahini, olive oil, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the salad to chill.
- Once chilled, give the salad a final toss and taste for seasoning, adjusting if necessary.
- Serve the Vegan Chickpea Salad chilled, garnished with additional chopped herbs if desired.
