Description
Mediterranean Bean Salad is a refreshing and wholesome dish that perfectly combines the creamy texture of chickpeas and black beans with the crunch of fresh vegetables like cherry tomatoes and cucumber. Tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing, this protein-packed salad is not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or social gatherings. Enjoy it as a light lunch or paired with grilled meats for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 can (15 oz) canned black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the chickpeas and black beans under cold water.
- Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and chop the parsley.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, black beans, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour dressing over salad ingredients; toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 12g
- Protein: 13g
- Cholesterol: 0mg