Description
Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Chickpea Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the sweetness of corn, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and hearty chickpeas. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a quick lunch, this salad is not only delicious but also packed with nutrients. With a zesty vinaigrette that adds an exciting flavor kick, it’s a crowd-pleaser that caters to various dietary preferences. Whip it up in just 15 minutes using fresh ingredients for a satisfying meal that impresses both your taste buds and your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) chickpeas
- 4 ears grilled or steamed corn, kernels removed
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 Persian cucumbers, diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1 cup cubed feta cheese
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, roughly chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro or parsley, roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 shallot, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice + the zest of 1 lemon
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
- kosher salt and black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped basil, cilantro (or parsley), chives, chickpeas, corn, cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumbers. Toss gently to mix.
- In a medium skillet over high heat, heat olive oil until shimmering. Add finely chopped shallots and cook for 2–3 minutes until fragrant. Remove from heat; let cool slightly.
- Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes into the shallots.
- Pour the cooled vinaigrette over the salad mixture. Toss gently to coat everything evenly. Top with diced avocado and cubed feta before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg