Brenda?s Recipe
Slightly larger than an ordinary pea, the chickpeas have a nutlike flavor. Chickpeas are used extensively in the Mediterranean. India and the Middle East use…
Slightly larger than an ordinary pea, the chickpeas have a nutlike flavor. Chickpeas are used extensively in the Mediterranean. India and the Middle East use them for dishes such as couscous and hummus.
The most common use for chickpeas is in salads and soups. This recipe keeps it on the healthier and lighter side, so please include it in your summer picnics and email me at brencook4u@gmail.com with your comments.
CHICKPEA SALAD
Ingredients:
2 cans of black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 chopped red onion
20 cherry tomatoes halved
1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup lemon juice
salt and pepper
crumbled feta cheese
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, black beans, red onion, cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley and fresh mint.
2. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over the salad and toss to coat.
3. Top with crumbled feta cheese and enjoy.
