Name: Quick & Easy Chickpea Salad: Vegan, High-Protein Snack or Meal
Prep time: 360 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 380 min
Ingredients: 1 cup Chickpeas; 1 Onion (medium-sized, finely chopped); 1 Tomato (medium-sized, finely chopped); 1/2 tsp Chaat Masala; 1 tbsp Coriander (fresh, chopped (cilantro)); 1/2 tsp Salt (kala namak; or to taste, black, regular salt can be substituted); 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (optional, adds brightness)

Quick & Easy Chickpea Salad: Vegan, High-Protein Snack or Meal

6 hours 20 minutes

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About Quick & Easy Chickpea Salad: Vegan, High-Protein Snack or Meal

This vibrant chickpea salad is a simple yet incredibly satisfying recipe, perfect for a quick lunch, light dinner, or a healthy snack. Inspired by a busy Sunday in my kitchen, this recipe was born from a desire to create something both nutritious and delicious for my daughter and her friend – a testament to the power of simple, healthy eating.

Featuring protein-packed chickpeas, this salad bursts with flavor thanks to the addition of fresh onion, tomato, and aromatic chaat masala. It's a versatile dish that can be adapted to your liking. Whether you're a seasoned vegan or just exploring plant-based cuisine, this recipe is sure to become a favorite.

Get ready to enjoy a refreshing and flavorful salad that's both quick to prepare and packed with goodness. It's the perfect example of how healthy eating doesn't have to be complicated!

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Recipe Time & More

Prep6

Cook20

Total6 20

Calories142 kcal

Serves

Served AsSnacks

Recipe TasteSalty Sour Tangy

Ingredients

Chickpeas

▢ 1 cup Chickpeas kabuli chana, soak overnight (6-8 hours) in plenty of water. alternatively, dried, rinsed and drained., use 2 cups canned chickpeas

Vegetables

▢ 1 Onion medium-sized, finely chopped
▢ 1 Tomato medium-sized, finely chopped

Spices & Seasoning

▢ 1/2 tsp Chaat Masala
▢ 1 tbsp Coriander fresh, chopped (cilantro)
▢ 1/2 tsp Salt kala namak; or to taste, black, regular salt can be substituted
▢ 1 tbsp Lemon Juice optional, adds brightness

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Instructions

Prepare the Chickpeas

Soak 1 cup of dried chickpeas overnight (6-8 hours) in plenty of water. Drain and rinse. Boil until tender (about 45-60 minutes or until easily mashed). Alternatively, use 2 cups canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained.

Assemble the Salad

Once cooled, transfer the chickpeas to a large bowl. Add the finely chopped onion and tomato.

Season and Serve

Sprinkle with chaat masala, black salt (or regular salt), and chopped coriander. Toss gently to combine. For extra zing, add a tablespoon of lemon juice. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Recipe Notes

Expert Tips

For a creamier salad, lightly mash some of the chickpeas before adding other ingredients.
Feel free to add other vegetables like cucumber, bell peppers, or shredded carrots for extra texture and nutrients.
To enhance the flavor, consider adding a pinch of red chili powder or a drizzle of high-quality olive oil.
This salad is even better the next day! The flavors meld beautifully overnight, making it a great make-ahead option for lunches or picnics.