SICILIAN STYLE CHICK PEA SALAD

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Provided by Emeril Lagasse

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 cups cooked chickpeas, drained
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon raisins
1 tablespoon lightly toasted pine nuts
1/4 cup finely sliced green onions
2 salt packed anchovies, rinsed under cool water, minced
1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest
Salt
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 hard boiled eggs, peeled and quartered
8 ounces tuna packed in olive oil, drained and flaked, or 3/4 cup drained, flaked home Cured tuna in olive oil, reserve some oil
8 ounces tuna packed in olive oil, drained and flaked, or 3/4 cup drained, flaked home Cured tuna in olive oil, reserve some oil
12 fresh basil leaves, cut into thin chiffonade

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, wine vinegar, raisins, pine nuts, green onions, anchovies, lemon zest, salt and pepper and stir gently to combine with spoon. Transfer to 6 salad plates and divide the hard boiled eggs and flaked tuna among the plates. Drizzle with some of the reserved oil from the tuna, garnish each plate evenly with the basil and serve immediately.

Md rabbi122
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This salad is delicious! The chickpeas are perfectly cooked and the dressing is flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.


Althea Brady
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. It's also a healthy and delicious meal that's perfect for a quick lunch or dinner.


Dija love
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I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I often make it for picnics and potlucks.


Florencia Riveros
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This salad was a bit too oily for my taste. I would recommend using less olive oil or draining the chickpeas before adding them to the salad.


Ivy Wanjiru
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I followed the recipe exactly and the salad turned out great! It's a light and refreshing dish that's perfect for a summer meal.


Md. Oly ahommed
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This salad is delicious and healthy, but it is a bit bland. I would recommend adding some more spices or herbs to give it a bit more flavor.


Sangita Bhujel
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it, even the people who don't usually like chickpeas. I think the key is to use fresh, high-quality ingredients. I also recommend using a good quality olive oil.


Sampath Kumara
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This salad is so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends. I love the fact that it's so versatile - I can add or remove ingredients depending on what I have on hand. It's also a great way to use up leftover chickpeas.


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I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but I decided to give this recipe a try and I'm glad I did! The salad is packed with flavor and the chickpeas are perfectly cooked. I also love the addition of the fresh herbs, which really brighten up the dish. I'll


Mia Leo
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This Sicilian-style chickpea salad was a delightful surprise! The combination of chickpeas, vegetables, and herbs created a refreshing and flavorful dish that was perfect for a summer lunch. I especially enjoyed the addition of the capers and olives,