CHICKPEA SALAD WITH GARLIC-CUMIN VINAIGRETTE

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This is a very healthy, herb based salad. Has a nice strong cilantro taste, making it slightly spicey, but still refreshing.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

2.5 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chickpeas
1 1/2 cups finely diced red onions
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
4 garlic cloves, crushed
1 red jalapeno chile, minced
3 tablespoons finely chopped minced herbs (thyme, mint, tarragon, parsley or cilantro)
1 tablespoon cilantro leaf
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 1/2 tablespoons crushed cumin seeds
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Drain and rinse canned chickpeas.
  • Toss beans in a bowl with the onions.
  • For the Vinaigrette: whisk olive oil with garlic, jalapeno, herbs, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
  • Let stand for 30 minutes longer.
  • Add cilantro leaves as garnish. Serve at room temperature.
  • Preparation time does not include "standing" time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.8, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 775.5, Carbohydrate 66.5, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 3, Protein 14

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