If you want to start your day right, eat a healthy, protein-rich chickpea salad. Swipe to discover this easy recipe that makes for a healthy, delightful breakfast.
INGREDIENTS
2 cups cooked chickpeas, 1 diced cucumber , 1 diced bell pepper, very finely chopped 1 small pickled onion, 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1/4 cup freshly chopped parsley, 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, Salt and pepper to taste
PREPARE THE CHICKPEAS
Cooked chickpeas must also be rinsed and drained well.
CHOP AND DICE VEGETABLES
Prepare a cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes and fresh parsley.
MIX THE INGREDIENTS
Mix chickpeas, diced vegetables and chopped parsley in a large mixing bowl.
MAKE THE DRESSING
In another bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
TOSS AND COAT
Pour the dressing all over the chickpeas and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to coat evenly.
LET IT MARRY FLAVOURS
10–15, allow the salad to settle and the flavours to meld.
SERVE AND ENJOY
Have the protein-rich chickpea salad for a healthy breakfast.
CONCLUSION
Take your breakfast a notch up with this protein-filled chickpea salad. Adjust ingredients to personal preferences. Consult a nutritionist if needed.