Today, as we go through the summer and await the new mandarin and orange season, we present you with a fresh and easy to prepare recipe, ideal for these hot days. The summer chickpea salad.
Although this salad can be made in many different ways, we present one of these options using products that are easy to find in summer. Although imagination and, in many cases, what we have in the fridge, we can vary some of the ingredients.
Greek-style chickpea salad is a perfect option for staying healthy without compromising on taste. Inspired by the Mediterranean diet, it combines cooked chickpeas with cherry tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta cheese and olives. Dressed with olive oil and oregano, this salad is rich in vegetable protein, fibre and essential nutrients.
Benefits of eating pulses in summer
Pulses improve digestion, control weight and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.
Chickpea salad ingredients
- Cooked chickpeas
- Onion
- Cucumber
- Cherry tomato
- Feta cheese
- Olives
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Oregano
- Salt to taste
How to prepare the salad?
The preparation is very easy. Chop the ingredients, mix them together, dress with olive oil and enjoy!
Make the most of it and enjoy this delicious and healthy Mediterranean recipe this summer!
