Description
A vibrant and satisfying salad combining chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, and fresh mozzarella for a refreshing meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup fresh mozzarella balls
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, roasted
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, mozzarella, and basil in a large bowl.
- Whisk together roasted garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Notes
For added flavor, use heirloom tomatoes and consider adding toasted pine nuts. Keep dressing separate until serving for extra freshness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: salad, chickpea salad, Caprese salad, healthy salad, quick meal