Description
Zesty Tangerine Spiced Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that combines crunchy chickpeas, juicy tangerines, and aromatic spices for a flavor-packed experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 fresh tangerines, segmented and juiced
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, tangerine juice, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Mix the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, sliced red onion, chopped cilantro, and tangerine segments. Gently toss everything together until well coated in the dressing.
- Chill: Let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for optimal flavor.
- Serve: Give the salad another gentle toss and transfer it to a serving bowl or individual plates. Garnish with additional cilantro or tangerine slices if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 0mg