Chickpea Salad (Къуьламаш)

Къуьламаш (Chickpea Salad) is a traditional dish from Chechen cuisine that is both nutritious and delicious. This salad is packed with protein and fiber, making it a healthy and satisfying option for any meal.

Chickpea Salad (Къуьламаш)

Ingredients

  • 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
0 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
No cooking required

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Protein
10g
Carbohydrates
30g
Fiber
8g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Small bowl Whisk

Tools

Knife Cutting board

Serving suggestions

Serve the къуьламаш (Chickpea Salad) as a side dish with grilled meats or as a light lunch on its own.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add some crumbled feta cheese or a sprinkle of sumac on top of the salad before serving.

Cost

$10