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Chickpea and Tomato Salad

The shape, texture, and unique flavor of chickpeas make them a perfect salad ingredient. I will often add chickpeas to a salad when the meal’s main dish is on the lighter side. See the menu accompanying Pasta with Asparagus (page 67).

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

One 20-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 1/2pounds flavorful ripe tomatoes, diced
Juice of 1/2 to 1 lemon, or to taste
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
Thinly shredded lettuce, as desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine the ingredients in a serving container and toss well. Serve at once or refrigerate until needed.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 2

    Calories: 188

    Step 3

    Total Fat: 4g

    Step 4

    Protein: 7g

    Step 5

    Carbohydrate: 29g

    Step 6

    Cholesterol: 0mg

    Step 7

    Sodium: 282mg

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