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.

Saharan Spiced Chickpea Salad

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

  1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and parsley.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, 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
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