Salata Hara (yemeni Spiced Chickpea Salad)

Salata Hara is a traditional Yemeni spiced chickpea salad that is bursting with flavor and perfect for a light and refreshing meal.

Salata Hara (yemeni Spiced Chickpea Salad)

Ingredients

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

Instructions

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

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
200
Carbohydrates
30g
Protein
8g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large bowl Small bowl

Tools

Whisk

Serving suggestions

Serve the Salata Hara as a side dish with grilled meat or as a main dish with warm pita bread.

Tips & tricks

For an extra kick, add a finely chopped green chili to the salad.

Cost

$10