Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Zesty Tangerine Spiced Chickpea Salad, a refreshing and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. With its delightful combination of zesty tangerines, creamy chickpeas, and crunchy vegetables, this salad is a feast for the senses. Quick to prepare and bursting with color, it serves as an ideal side or main dish for summer gatherings, picnics, or healthy lunches. Elevate your meal experience with this flavor-packed salad!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium tangerines, peeled and segmented
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (cilantro or mint), chopped
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by rinsing the chickpeas under cold water.
- Dice the cucumber and bell peppers into bite-sized pieces. Finely chop the red onion.
- Peel and segment the tangerines over a bowl to catch any juice.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, chopped vegetables, tangerine segments, and herbs.
- Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Gently toss until everything is well coated. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: No cooking required
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg