Chickpea Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing

A protein-packed, satisfying salad to fuel your body with essential nutrients. Ingredients include chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, and a tangy lemon tahini dressing.

INGREDIENTS

• For the Salad:

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

  • 1 cucumber, diced

  • 1 large tomato, diced

  • 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)

• For the Lemon Tahini Dressing:

  • 2 tbsp tahini

  • 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • 1-2 tbsp water (to thin, as needed)

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

INSTRUCTIONS

• Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, tomato, red onion, and parsley. Toss to mix evenly.

• Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, and water until smooth and creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste.

• Assemble: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until everything is well-coated. If you like, top with crumbled feta cheese for extra flavor.

• Serve: Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy as a light lunch or a side dish!

IDEA: Warm up the dressing to warm up your insides and encourage blood flow.

This chickpea salad is a refreshing, protein-packed meal, perfect for nourishing your body with essential nutrients while enjoying a tangy and creamy dressing!

Love + Namaste,