Tomato Basil Chickpea Salad
This fresh Tomato, Basil and Chickpea Salad is the perfect quick and healthy side dish for summer! Juicy cherry tomatoes, chickpeas, and fragrant basil are tossed in a simple homemade dressing of olive oil, honey, garlic, vinegar, and lemon juice. Ready in 10 minutes—perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a light lunch.
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes halved
- 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
- 1 15 oz can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon garlic paste or 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place halved cherry tomatoes, drained chickpeas, and chopped basil in a large bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, honey, garlic, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
- Let sit for 5–10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
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Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 105kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 14mgPotassium: 281mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 658IUVitamin C: 31mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
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