Easy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad - Ready In 10 Minutes
Bursting with fresh flavors and vibrant colors, this Easy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a nod to the wholesome traditions of the Mediterranean diet. Combining tender chickpeas, crisp carrots, cool cucumber, and sweet corn, this recipe layers taste and texture in the most satisfying way.
Equipment
- large glass bowl
- Sieve or Salad Strainer
- Salad Serving spoons
- Salad Serving platter
- Small wooden bowl
- Fork or Whisk
Ingredients
For the salad
- 15 oz. 450g Chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 cup chopped carrot about 2 carrots
- ½ English cucumber cut into half rounds
- 1 small red onion finely sliced
- 2-3 celery stalks
- 1 small can 200g sweet corn
Salad dressing
- 2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- Salt and Pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1 - Prepare Salad Dressing
- Add the dressing ingredients to a small bowl and mix for around 30 seconds or until combined. Set aside for use later.2 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil, 1 lemon, Salt and Pepper
Step 2 - Prepare Salad Ingredients
- Prepare the veg and add to a large bowl along with a can of drained and rinsed chickpeas.15 oz. 450g Chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed, 1 cup chopped carrot, ½ English cucumber, 1 small red onion, 2-3 celery stalks
- Add the can of sweet corn, give everything a mix, then drizzle with salad dressing and mix again.1 small can
- Add any optional ingredients as garnish, and serve!
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Notes
Cooking tips:
- Rinse Chickpeas Well – Draining and rinsing canned chickpeas removes excess sodium and helps the salad taste fresher.
- Chill Before Serving – Letting the salad rest in the fridge for 20–30 minutes before eating allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Use Fresh Lemon Juice – Bottled lemon juice can be harsh; fresh juice gives a brighter, cleaner taste and better complements the vegetables.
- Cut Vegetables Evenly – Uniform pieces not only look better but ensure each bite has a balanced mix of flavors and textures.