Description
Chickpeas black beans salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines the creaminess of chickpeas with the rich flavor of black beans, complemented by crunchy vegetables. This nutritious salad is perfect for summer picnics or quick weeknight dinners, bringing together an explosion of colors and flavors. Best served chilled, it can easily be customized to suit your taste preferences, making it a versatile addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup bell peppers (mixed colors), diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp olive oil (extra virgin)
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain chickpeas and black beans in cold water until dry.
- Finely dice bell peppers and red onion; chop fresh cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lime juice, cumin powder, salt, and pepper until combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, black beans, diced veggies, and cilantro.
- Drizzle dressing over the mixture and toss gently until fully coated.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg