Description

This Spiced Chickpea Cucumber Salad is crisp, tangy, and full of flavor. With refreshing cucumbers, hearty chickpeas, and a bold, spiced dressing, it’s a go-to dish for any occasion, from casual lunches to sunny backyard gatherings.

Ingredients

Scale

1 can chickpeas (15 oz), rinsed and drained
2 large cucumbers, diced
1 small red onion, finely chopped
1 bell pepper, diced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or to taste)
4 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

Rinse and drain chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess sodium and help them absorb the dressing better.
In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, diced cucumbers, red onion, and bell pepper. Toss well to mix.
In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, smoked paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is evenly coated. Let it rest for 15 minutes to allow flavors to blend.
Top with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

To keep the cucumbers crisp, store the dressing separately if preparing ahead. Add grilled chicken or tofu for extra protein, or swap chickpeas with black beans for a different flavor profile.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 210
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 290mg
Fat: 11g
Saturated Fat: 1.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 6g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: chickpea salad, cucumber salad, healthy lunch, summer salad, vegetarian