This vibrant Chickpea Salad is the ultimate comfort food for warm-weather dining. It features tender, cooked chickpeas tossed with bright fresh herbs like mint, thyme, and tarragon, creating a complex aromatic profile. The star of the dish is the garlic-cumin vinaigrette, which adds a warm, spicy kick and a tangy acidity that cuts through the earthiness of the legumes. Unlike leafy salads, this dish holds up beautifully, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick lunch that improves as it sits. It&# 226;ÂÂs hearty enough to satisfy hunger but light enough to feel fresh. Simple, wholesome, and deeply flavorful, this vegan-friendly recipe is a reliable staple for any home cook looking for a nutritious yet delicious meal.
Chickpea Salad With Garlic-Cumin Vinaigrette
Description
This vibrant Chickpea Salad is the ultimate comfort food for warm-weather dining. It features tender, cooked chickpeas tossed with bright fresh herbs like mint, thyme, and tarragon, creating a complex aromatic profile. The star of the dish is the garlic-cumin vinaigrette, which adds a warm, spicy kick and a tangy acidity that cuts through the earthiness of the legumes. Unlike leafy salads, this dish holds up beautifully, making it perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick lunch that improves as it sits. It&# 226;ÂÂs hearty enough to satisfy hunger but light enough to feel fresh. Simple, wholesome, and deeply flavorful, this vegan-friendly recipe is a reliable staple for any home cook looking for a nutritious yet delicious meal.Ingredients
Directions
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Rinse dried chickpeas thoroughly and soak in cold water for at least 8 hours or overnight.
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Drain and rinse the soaked chickpeas, then place them in a pot and cover with fresh water by two inches.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the chickpeas are tender but still hold their shape, about 20-30 minutes.
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Drain the cooked chickpeas well and spread them on a tray to cool completely to room temperature.
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While chickpeas cool, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, ground cumin, salt, and pepper in a small bowl to make the vinaigrette.
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Finely chop fresh mint, thyme, and tarragon leaves.
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Place the cooled chickpeas in a large mixing bowl.
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Add the chopped herbs to the chickpeas.
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Pour the garlic-cumin vinaigrette over the chickpeas and herbs.
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Toss gently until all chickpeas are evenly coated with the dressing.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or lemon juice if needed.
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Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 98.4kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 1.6g3%
- Saturated Fat 0.2g1%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4.2mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 16.2g6%
- Dietary Fiber 4.6g19%
- Sugars 2.9g
- Protein 5.3g11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
