Description
Flavorful Marinated Chickpeas with Tomatoes and Cucumber is a vibrant, nutritious dish that elevates your meal with minimal effort. This quick recipe transforms canned chickpeas into a zesty side or salad, perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a picnic, potluck, or light lunch. The refreshing crunch of cucumber combined with the juicy tomatoes and a zingy marinade makes this dish enjoyable for everyone, including vegans. With just 10 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this delightful recipe that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also packs a healthy punch.
Ingredients
- 15 oz canned chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 12 oz chopped tomatoes
- 5–6 oz seedless English cucumber
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 3/4 cup quality olive oil
- 2 TBSP red apple vinegar
- 2 TBSP balsamic vinegar
- Juice of 1 large lemon
- Fresh herbs and seasonings
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade by whisking together olive oil, vinegars, lemon juice, garlic (if using), Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add drained chickpeas, chopped tomatoes, diced cucumber, and red onion to the marinade. Gently toss until everything is well-coated.
- Allow the mixture to marinate at room temperature for 30–60 minutes for enhanced flavor.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature garnished with fresh parsley and crumbled feta cheese if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use high-quality olive oil for the best flavor. Letting the mixture sit longer allows flavors to meld beautifully. Feel free to customize with additional veggies like bell peppers or avocados.