Herb Roasted Chickpea Salad That Will Delight Your Taste Buds
A delicious and nutritious salad featuring roasted chickpeas and fresh herbs, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 cups mixed greens
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a bowl, toss the chickpeas with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the chickpeas on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, or until golden and crispy.
- In a large bowl, combine the mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and roasted chickpeas.
- Top with feta cheese and fresh parsley, if using.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or avocado.
- This salad can be made ahead of time; just add the dressing before serving.
- For a vegan option, omit the feta cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg