Chickpeas must seriously be one of the greatest items ever to be canned. They're high in protein/fiber, low in fat, and just so happen to taste pretty freakin' amazing. Also, the possibilities are endless in the amount of recipes you can come up with using these delicious beans!
This chickpea salad tastes so light and flavorful using fresh herbs, lemon and a hint of red pepper for some added heat. Oh and I should probably mention this literally takes less than 5 minutes to put together. I was sold on that fact alone, especially considering how busy I've been these days. I'm constantly on the hunt for healthy snacks that are easy to make which take little to no effort so that during the week I'm not tempted to grab fast food or something ungodly horrible for me.
This would be a perfect example.
You're welcome.
And with Gold Cup right around the corner (um yeah, this weekend to be exact), I'm bound and determined to slip myself into that skinny little dress I've had hanging in my closet for over 3 months now.
Yes I plan for events well in advance.
Don't judge.
So whether you're looking for a healthy snack idea or just plain love the taste of chickpeas, this recipe is perfect for anyone! And hey, I'm sure you wouldn't mind losing a pound or two.
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Servings: 4
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Calories: 117
Fat: 4.2 g
Carbs: 16.7 g
Fiber: 3.2 g
Protein: 3.6 g
Old Points: 2.1 pts
Points+: 3 pts
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Here are your ingredients:
Recipe adapted from Weight Watchers
1 Tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1/8 tsp. crushed red pepper
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 (15 oz.) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, crushed red pepper, garlic and parsley. Toss in chickpeas, cover and allow them to marinate for about 30 minutes at room temperature. Serve and enjoy!
Also, don't you just love these new linen napkins?? They were such a great find last weekend at Sur la table and are just perfect for the summer! They also had new red, white and blue napkins for Independence Day that I, of course, also had to have. I swear I need an entire separate closet just for the random food props I find!
Eh, some day.
36 lovely comments:
Mmmm chickpeas are surely something I always having lying around. Trying to switch to dry chickpeas though but I haven't mastered the art of soaking them...as for you background...I love it! Very creative! After I read your post last week, I was completely inspired and went out and bought a new plate and new piece of cloth.
i eat chick peas all the time, in so many forms. this sounds perfect for lunch at the beach, mm! and i need a prop closet too, haha! p.s. thanks so much for the tip last week! :)
I love chickpeas! Perfect salad!
I <3 Chickpeas! This salad looks delsih!
I love chickpeas, and I'm always looking for new ways to use them. Thanks for the recipe--looks great!
wow, this looks amazing. I'm going to the beach in 2 weeks, so I need to eat healthy-chickpeas sound like a perfect way to go!
And I love props :) I find myself buying random plates/bowls all the time :)
Looks great, Kelly!
I don't think I've ever eaten chickpeas as the base of a salad, but it's a delicious idea! This looks so light and perfect for a spring meal or side dish. Thanks, Kelly!
Ive never had chickpeas like this before..Im completely intrigued..I can't wait to try it!
BTW Love the napkins..so colorful!
"Greatest food ever canned..." hahaha! It's true!
Btw, love the blue boards in the background ;)
I love this recipe! I"m always looking for a healthy snack! Love the flavor combinations you used.
Mmm.. totally agree! Love chickpeas! This salad sounds so yummy with the light dressing!
This is such a beautiful light recipe. And just in time for summer in the desert...thank you! (I'm assuming, of course, that you posted this JUST for me...haha). I'm going to try this recipe this week! So excited!
Mmm, I adore chickpeas, and they go so well with citrus. Looks perfect!
I love chickpeas!! Great recipe!
I eat some version of chickpea salads on a regular basis (so delicious!)....this one definitely needs to get added to my line up.
Oh this salad would be just perfect for springtime. Looks so refreshing!
I love simple and delicious! Cute napkins, too!
Your chickpea salad looks so good and refreshing.
I loooove chickpea salads.
And I'm cracking up because I just posted a cucumber salad and I see you posted one recently too. We're on the same wavelength I guess :) Come check it out I also have some exciting news to share.
xo
Chickpeas are so addicting! This would be great to eat for lunch! And I love the napkins!
I love how simple and fresh this is!
What a perfect dish. It looks light and tasty.
I think I'll make this tomorrow since I always have chickpeas in the pantry.
I love how easy this is - and tasty looking too :)
I've Made a Warm Chickpea Salad like this, but add in Roasted Cauliflower, Parsley and Mint - Sometimes Sumac - I'm Palestinian, so I've grown up eating ALOT of cauliflower and chickpeas - and I still can't get enough of them!
that is my favourite, lovely shot.
Kelly I love salads with chickpea, but never thought to have the chickpeas as the min salad. Thanks for sharing this!
Mmm - I love chickpeas! I'm always looking for variations on simple chickpea salads, and this one sounds wonderful! Light and easy to make, too.
Also - I do love the linens! Great tip aboutu Sur la Table. :)
I could eat my weight in chickpeas. Loving this.
Less body hatred, moar tasty recipes!
I just made this and its so good! Im going to eat this all spring long.
Mmmmmm......I love chick peas!!!
This looks delicious! I mentioned it on my blog today; I shared a photo and the link.
Cheers!
-Alexis
It is easy to make healthy chickpea salad with lemon and parsley. You can also try this dish with a salty and sweet honey, soy and sesame glaze. Thanks for providing this easy method to make this chickpea salad.
Very good recipe, especially since it is only 3 points and very fulling. For a few extra points you can add avacado and onions....my husband even liked it and he does not like chick peas or avacados! Love it!
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