Salatat Hummus (spiced Chickpea Salad With Fresh Herbs)

Salatat Hummus is a popular Emirati salad made with spiced chickpeas and fresh herbs. It's a refreshing and flavorful dish that's perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for a larger meal.

Salatat Hummus (spiced Chickpea Salad With Fresh Herbs)

Ingredients

  • 2 cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 red onion, finely chopped
  • 1 tomato, diced
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, 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 onion, tomato, parsley, and mint.
  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. Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately, or refrigerate until ready to serve.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
10 minutes
Cooking time:
5 minutes
Total time:
15 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Protein
5g
Fat
6g

Supplies

Large mixing bowl Small mixing bowl Whisk Serving platter or bowl

Tools

Knife Cutting board Measuring cups and spoons

Serving suggestions

Serve the Salatat Hummus as a side dish with grilled meats or as a topping for pita bread.

Tips & tricks

For extra flavor, you can add a sprinkle of sumac or a drizzle of tahini on top of the salad before serving.

Cost

$10