Mediterranean-Inspired Chickpea Salad
A delicious and heart-healthy chickpea salad inspired by Mediterranean flavors, designed to support a diet aimed at lowering high cholesterol.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss to combine.
Adjust seasoning to taste and serve chilled.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 250 |
| Protein (g) | 10 |
| Carbs (g) | 35 |
| Fiber (g) | 10 |
| Sugar (g) | 5 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 1 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 300 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |