Saharan Spiced Chickpea Salad
This Saharan Spiced Chickpea Salad is a delightful dish that captures the flavors of Western Saharan cuisine. It's a perfect blend of savory and spicy, with a refreshing crunch from the fresh vegetables.
Ingredients
- 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- 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
- 8g
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large mixing bowl Small whisk Serving bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board
Serving suggestions
Serve the Saharan Spiced Chickpea Salad as a light lunch or as a side dish with grilled meats or fish.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, consider adding a sprinkle of feta cheese or a handful of olives to the salad before serving.
Cost
$10