Indulge in a flavorful and healthy treat with our Chickpea Salad with Cumin Vinaigrette. This vibrant salad combines the goodness of chickpeas, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty cumin-based dressing. It's a perfect side dish for grilled meats or fish or as a light and refreshing main course.
This versatile recipe offers three variations to suit your taste preferences. The Classic Chickpea Salad features a combination of crisp cucumber, red onion, and parsley tossed in a tangy cumin vinaigrette. For a heartier option, try the Mediterranean Chickpea Salad, which includes sun-dried tomatoes, kalamata olives, and feta cheese, all drizzled with a fragrant oregano-infused dressing. And for those who love a bit of spice, the Spicy Chickpea Salad adds a kick of heat with chili peppers and a smoky paprika vinaigrette.
Each variation of this Chickpea Salad is a delightful blend of textures and flavors, making it a perfect addition to your lunch or dinner menu. So, grab your apron, gather your ingredients, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create a salad that's both delicious and nutritious.
MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD
This goat cheese, dates, and toasted cumin seeds give this chickpea salad delightful sweet, savory, and aromatic flavors. It keeps well if you prep it ahead of time, so pack it for lunch or bring it to a potluck!
Provided by Jeanine Donofrio
Categories Salad
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and several grinds of pepper.
- In a small skillet over medium-low heat, toast the cumin seeds until aromatic, about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and crush them a bit (a mortar & pestle is easiest for this). Add them to the bowl and stir.
- Add the chickpeas, tomatoes, dates, cucumbers, red pepper, and parsley to the bowl and toss. Transfer to a serving platter and dollop with the goat cheese, sprinkle with mint, and top with the extra roasted chickpeas, if desired. Season to taste and serve.
CHICKPEA SALAD RECIPE
Chickpea Salad loaded with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, feta cheese and chickpeas or garbanzo beans. Fresh, healthy and protein packed!
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine the dressing ingredients in a small bowl: 3 Tbsp olive oil, 3 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 pressed garlic clove, 1/2 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp pepper and whisk to combine (or shake them together in a small mason jar).
- Combine remaining chickpea salad ingredients in a salad bowl, add dressing to taste (we used all of it) and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 kcal, Carbohydrate 27 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Cholesterol 16 mg, Sodium 418 mg, Fiber 8 g, Sugar 6 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CHICKPEA SALAD WITH CUMIN VINAIGRETTE
No such thing as too many chickpea salads! This was an especially good version I thought, altered a bit with my own and my BF's taste in mind. Extremely easy and no cooking involved, particularly good for lunch at the office or a weekend picnic since it's best at room temperature. If you'd like to make this for a no-cook summer dinner, it's a main meal for two (with a side of green vegetables) or a side dish for four. A Sara Foster recipe from the 4/2007 version of Cottage Living.
Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr
Categories Beans
Time 10m
Yield 2-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Stir together first 7 ingredients in a bowl. Slowly whisk in oil until well blended.
- Toss chickpeas and next 4 ingredients in large bowl, and drizzle with vinaigrette.
- Add sea salt and pepper. Add feta cheese and toss gently. Serve immediately at room temperature or chill until ready to serve.
CHICKPEA SALAD WITH GARLIC-CUMIN VINAIGRETTE
This is a very healthy, herb based salad. Has a nice strong cilantro taste, making it slightly spicey, but still refreshing.
Provided by morgainegeiser
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Drain and rinse canned chickpeas.
- Toss beans in a bowl with the onions.
- For the Vinaigrette: whisk olive oil with garlic, jalapeno, herbs, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Let stand for 30 minutes longer.
- Add cilantro leaves as garnish. Serve at room temperature.
- Preparation time does not include "standing" time.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 464.8, Fat 17, SaturatedFat 2.2, Sodium 775.5, Carbohydrate 66.5, Fiber 12.8, Sugar 3, Protein 14
CUMIN GRILLED SEA SCALLOPS WITH CHICKPEA SALAD AND RED PEPPER-TAHINI VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Bobby Flay
Categories main-dish
Time 2h26m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- Heat your grill to high.
- Brush the scallops on both sides with the oil. Mix together the cumin, salt and pepper in a small bowl and season each scallop with the mixture. Grill the scallops until crusty, golden brown and just cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes on each side.
- Top the chickpea salad with the scallops and drizzle with the vinaigrette before serving.
- Whisk together the lemon juice, oil, cumin, cayenne, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and stir well to combine. Transfer the salad to a large serving platter, cover and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours before serving.
- Steep saffron in a hot water for 5 minutes to bloom.
- Transfer saffron mixture to a blender and add the sherry, red pepper, garlic, tahini, honey, salt and pepper and blend until smooth. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in the oil and blend until emulsified. The vinaigrette can be made up to 4 hours in advance, covered and kept refrigerated. Bring to room temperature before serving.
ROASTED BEETS AND CARROTS WITH CUMIN VINAIGRETTE, CHICKPEA PURéE, AND FLATBREAD
Provided by Suzanne Goin
Categories Citrus Appetizer Roast Beet Carrot Shallot Parsley Bon Appétit Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Place beets in roasting pan; drizzle 2 tablespoons olive oil over. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt; toss. Add 2/3 cup water to pan; arrange golden beets on 1 side of pan and red beets on other side. Cover with foil. Roast until tender, about 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, trim green tops from carrots to 1 inch. Peel carrots and cut into thirds crosswise, then quarter lengthwise. Place carrots on rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 3 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with thyme, salt, and pepper; toss to coat. Roast until carrots are tender and beginning to brown, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool carrots and beets.
- Using fingers, rub peel off beets. Cut each beet into 6 wedges. Place golden beets in medium bowl and red beets in another medium bowl.
- Stir cumin seeds in dry skillet over medium heat until lightly toasted, about 2 minutes. Transfer 3/4 teaspoon cumin seeds to mortar or spice mill; grind finely. Place whole cumin seeds, ground cumin, and vinegar in small bowl; whisk in 1/2 cup oil. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper. Do ahead Beets, carrots, and vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Bring all to room temperature and rewhisk vinaigrette before continuing.
- Add parsley, shallots, 2 teaspoons lemon juice, carrots, and 2/3 of cumin vinaigrette to bowl with golden beets; toss to blend. Add remaining vinaigrette and 2 teaspoons lemon juice to bowl with red beets; toss to blend. Season both beet mixtures with salt and pepper.
- Place generous dollop of chickpea puree and 1 flatbread on each of 6 plates. Spoon golden beet-carrot mixture alongside. Tuck red beets into golden beet mixture and serve.
Tips:
- Cook the chickpeas in advance: You can cook the chickpeas up to 3 days in advance. Just store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Use fresh, flavorful vegetables: The vegetables in this salad are the stars of the show, so make sure they're fresh and flavorful. Look for crisp, brightly colored vegetables.
- Don't overdress the salad: A little dressing goes a long way in this salad. Too much dressing will weigh it down and make it soggy.
- Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best enjoyed immediately after it's made. The vegetables will start to wilt if you let it sit for too long.
Conclusion:
This chickpea salad with cumin vinaigrette is a delicious, healthy, and easy-to-make salad that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or a potluck. It's packed with protein, fiber, and vitamins, and the cumin vinaigrette adds a flavorful touch. If you're looking for a new salad to add to your repertoire, this chickpea salad is a great option.
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