10-Minute Easy Chickpea Salad That's Creamy and Crunchy

Enjoy a quick and nutritious 10-Minute Easy Chickpea Salad packed with protein and vibrant flavors.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings: 4 cups

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Salad

1 can chickpeas 15-ounce can, rinsed and drained
1 cup Greek Yogurt or Vegan Mayonnaise, adds creaminess
1 cup celery finely chopped, adds crunch
1 medium red onion minced finely for even distribution
2 tablespoons lemon juice fresh is best for zesty flavor
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard for a tangy kick
1 teaspoon garlic powder adds savory notes
to taste salt essential for seasoning
to taste black pepper adjust to suit your taste

Equipment

mixing bowl
Colander
Fork or Potato Masher

Method

Preparation Steps

Start by rinsing and draining a 15-ounce can of chickpeas under cool running water.
Transfer the drained chickpeas to a medium mixing bowl and coarsely mash them with a fork or potato masher.
Add your desired creamy ingredient along with diced celery, minced red onion, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and garlic powder.
Stir everything together until evenly combined, then season with salt and black pepper.
Serve the salad on toasted bread, with crunchy vegetable sticks, or over mixed greens.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Keep crunchy ingredients separate until serving.

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