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.
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
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red onion, tomato, parsley, and mint.
- 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.
- 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