Chickpea and Tomato Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing
Chickpea and Tomato Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing is a delightful and flavorful combination of chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion, all brought together by a creamy and tangy lemon-tahini dressing. The salad boasts a variety of textures and colors, making it both visually appealing and satisfying to the palate. The dressing adds richness and depth to the salad, creating a harmonious balance of flavors.
INGREDIENTS
For the Chickpea and Tomato Salad:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lemon-Tahini Dressing:
- 1/4 cup tahini
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons water (or more for desired consistency)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Chickpea and Tomato Salad:
In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, and chopped fresh parsley.
If using, add crumbled feta cheese to the salad ingredients.
Season the salad with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
Lemon-Tahini Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, water, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper to create the dressing. Add more water if needed to achieve the desired consistency.
Assembly:
Drizzle the Lemon-Tahini Dressing over the Chickpea and Tomato Salad.
Gently toss the salad to coat the ingredients with the dressing.
Serve:
Serve the Chickpea and Tomato Salad with Lemon-Tahini Dressing as a refreshing and nutritious dish.
Enjoy the salad as a light and satisfying lunch or as a side dish with grilled protein.
TIPS
Customize the salad by adding diced bell peppers, olives, or chopped fresh herbs.
Add cooked quinoa or brown rice for extra heartiness.
The Lemon-Tahini Dressing can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until serving.
NUTRITION VALUE
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 kcal
- Protein: About 8-10g
- Carbohydrates: Around 25-30g
- Fat: Approximately 15-18g
