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roasted chickpea salad with tahini dressing
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Chickpea Salad with Tahini Dressing

This Chickpea Salad with Tahini Dressing is creamy, fresh, and full of Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Protein-packed chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and a rich lemon tahini dressing create a satisfying salad that's perfect for lunch, meal prep, or a healthy side dish. It's easy to make and naturally vegetarian.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 English cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • ¼ cup red onion finely diced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 small garlic clove minced
  • 2 tablespoons water to thin the dressing
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste

Method
 

  1. Combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, garlic, water, cumin, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
  3. Add more water if needed to reach a pourable consistency.
  4. Pour the tahini dressing over the salad.
  5. Toss gently until all the ingredients are evenly coated.
  6. Let the salad chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for the best flavor.
  7. Garnish with extra parsley or a sprinkle of sesame seeds if desired.

Notes

  • Stir the tahini well before measuring for a smooth dressing.
  • Add diced avocado for extra creaminess.
  • Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds or chopped pistachios for added crunch.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Refresh with a squeeze of lemon juice before serving if needed.

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