How to Make Cumin and Coriander Chickpea Salad - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to creating a delicious and nutritious dish, nothing beats a good chickpea salad. Packed with protein, fiber, and a plethora of vitamins and minerals, chickpeas are a versatile and tasty addition to any meal. And when you combine them with the aromatic and flavorful spices of cumin and coriander, you get a salad that is not only healthy, but also bursting with bold and exotic flavors.

This cumin and coriander chickpea salad is the perfect dish for those looking to add a ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons grated fresh ginger root
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • ¼ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
  • 4 (19 ounce) cans garbanzo beans, drained
  • 2 yellow bell peppers, seeded and chopped
  • 1 bunch green onions, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup finely chopped fresh cilantro

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 15 mins
  • Servings: 16
  • Yield: 16 servings

  • In a bowl, crush together the garlic and salt. To prepare the dressing, mix in olive oil, lemon juice, vinegar, ginger, cumin, and cayenne pepper.
  • In a separate bowl, stir together the garbanzo beans, yellow bell peppers, green onions, and cilantro. Mix in the dressing. Cover, and chill in the refrigerator 8 hours, or overnight.
  • Nutrition

    231 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 443mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 7g
    • Vitamin C: 37mg
    • Calcium: 58mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 317mg