Description
Cucumber Chickpea Dill Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish perfect for any occasion. Bursting with the crunch of fresh cucumbers, the protein-packed goodness of chickpeas, and the fragrant notes of dill, this salad is an explosion of vibrant flavors. Tossed in a zesty lemon dressing, it’s not just a side dish; it’s a celebration of taste that can elevate your meals. Whether served at picnics or dinner parties, this delightful salad will have everyone coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely sliced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- Rinse canned chickpeas under cold water and drain well.
- Finely chop the red onion and fresh dill.
- In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil until emulsified.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, chickpeas, red onion, and dill. Drizzle with dressing and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg