Chickpea Salad with Zucchini

Chickpea Salad with Zucchini
Chickpea salad with zucchini is a healthy and delicious vegan dish that is sure to please. It is easy to make, full of nutrients, and packed with flavor. This salad is perfect as a light meal or as a side dish to any number of dishes. It features a combination of crunchy vegetables, chickpeas, herbs, and a flavorful vinaigrette to tie it all together.
Ingredients
For this recipe, you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 zucchini, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Preparation
To prepare this dish, begin by combining the chickpeas, zucchini, red bell pepper, parsley, and mint in a large bowl. Toss until everything is evenly mixed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, honey, garlic powder, cumin, sea salt, and black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat.
Serve the salad immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy!