Italian Chickpea Salad

Name: Italian Chickpea Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 400 g chickpeas; 200 g cherry tomatoes; 150 g mozzarella; 100 g red onion; 20 g fresh parsley; 100 ml extra virgin olive oil; 50 ml white wine vinegar; 20 g dijon mustard; 5 g salt; 2 g black pepper; 10 g fresh basil; 100 g ricotta cheese

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Prep

15 mins

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Servings

Difficulty

Easy

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A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and mozzarella, inspired by Italian cuisine.

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Ingredients

Servings:

400 gchickpeas(canned)
200 gcherry tomatoes(halved)
150 gmozzarella(sliced)
100 gred onion(thinly sliced)
20 gfresh parsley(chopped)
100 mlextra virgin olive oil(high-quality)
50 mlwhite wine vinegar(low-sodium)
20 gdijon mustard(low-sodium)
5 gsalt(sea salt or kosher salt)
2 gblack pepper(freshly ground)
10 gfresh basil(chopped)
100 gricotta cheese(low-fat)

Instructions

1
In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, mozzarella, and ricotta cheese.
Tip: Mix gently to combine.
2
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, white wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Tip: Adjust seasoning to taste.
3
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Tip: Be careful not to bruise the ingredients.
4
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tip: Let it chill before serving.
5
Just before serving, sprinkle with chopped fresh basil.
Tip: This adds a pop of color and freshness to the dish.
6
Serve chilled and enjoy!
Tip: This salad is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

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