French Chickpea Salad
Prep
15 mins
Cook
0 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
This French chickpea salad has become my go to lunch when I need something healthy and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. It comes together in just 15 minutes and requires zero cooking, which means it's perfect for busy weekdays or meal prep. The chickpeas are packed with plant based protein and fiber, so you'll actually feel full, and I love how the tangy vinaigrette brings everything to life. It's the kind of simple, elegant dish that feels fancy enough for guests but casual enough for eating straight from a bowl at your desk.
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Ingredients
- 400 gchickpeas(canned)
- 200 gred onion(diced)
- 150 gcarrots(grated)
- 100 gcelery(diced)
- 60 mlapple cider vinegar
- 80 mlolive oil
- 20 gdijon mustard
- 8 gsalt
- 4 gblack pepper
- 2 piecefresh parsley
- 120 gcrumbled goat cheese(optional)
- 60 gwalnuts(chopped)
- 20 mllemon juice
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Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red onion, carrots, and celery.
Tip: Make sure to chop the vegetables finely.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper.
Tip: Use a homemade vinaigrette for the best flavor.
- 3
Pour the vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss to coat.
Tip: Be careful not to break the chickpeas.
- 4
Stir in the chopped walnuts and crumbled goat cheese (if using).
Tip: Add a sprinkle of parsley for garnish.
- 5
Drizzle with lemon juice and serve immediately.
Tip: Adjust the seasoning to taste.
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