Simple Chickpea Salad

Name: Simple Chickpea Salad
Ingredients: 400 g can chickpeas (or 250g cooked); 60 g bell pepper (diced); 60 g English cucumber (chopped); 0.5 tbsp olive oil; 0.5 tbsp red wine vinegar; 0.5 tsp kosher salt; 0.5 tsp smoked paprika; Fresh ground pepper; 1 pinch celery seed or fresh torn herbs (parsley, dill, basil, etc.; optional)

By admin 2/28/2026

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This Mediterranean-inspired salad represents a 5-minute fast lunch idea designed as an accessible plant-based option. The recipe emphasizes simplicity and flexibility - diners can customize it with available vegetables or additional seasonings like Dijon mustard or Italian seasoning. It's suited for desk lunches, quick dinners, or as a side dish, offering substantial plant-based protein from the chickpeas.

Ingredients

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400 g can chickpeas (or 250g cooked)
60 g bell pepper (diced)
60 g English cucumber (chopped)
½ tbsp olive oil
½ tbsp red wine vinegar
½ tsp kosher salt
½ tsp smoked paprika
Fresh ground pepper
1 pinch celery seed or fresh torn herbs (parsley, dill, basil, etc.; optional)

Instructions

Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
Dice the bell pepper and chop the cucumber (peel standard cucumbers; English cucumbers don't require peeling).
Mix all ingredients in a bowl and taste, adjusting salt as desired.