Roasted Vegetables Salad With Garbanzos
Description
This Roasted Vegetables Salad with Garbanzos is a celebration of summer produce and earthy legumes. The dish features tender, caramelized zucchini and sweet bell peppers that have been grilled to perfection, offering a delightful smoky depth. These roasted vegetables are combined with protein-rich garbanzo beans (chickpeas) for a satisfying texture contrast. Fresh cilantro adds a bright, herbal note that cuts through the richness, while a light balsamic vinaigrette ties all the flavors together. It is an incredibly versatile recipe, perfect as a hearty side dish for grilled meats, a light lunch on its own, or a refreshing addition to a picnic spread. The simplicity of the ingredients allows their natural flavors to shine, making it a healthy, vegan-friendly option that feels both comforting and sophisticated.Ingredients
Directions
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Heat a raised-ridge griddle or grill pan over moderate-high heat and spray lightly with oil.
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Place the slivered garlic, quartered zucchini, and sliced bell peppers onto the hot griddle.
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Cook the vegetables, turning occasionally, until the garlic is lightly browned and the vegetables are tender-crisp and slightly charred. Add oil as needed to prevent sticking.
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Season the vegetables with salt and pepper while they are still on the heat.
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Remove the vegetables from the heat and allow them to cool for about 10 minutes.
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Chop the cooled zucchini and peppers into bite-sized pieces.
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In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped roasted vegetables, rinsed garbanzo beans, and half of the chopped cilantro.
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Drizzle with balsamic vinaigrette and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
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Garnish with the remaining chopped cilantro and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 10.7kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.2g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.1g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4.3mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 2.0g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
- Sugars 1.1g
- Protein 0.7g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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