Zesty Fresh Tangerine Spiced Chickpea Salad Delight Made Easy

Experience the refreshing burst of flavors with this Zesty Fresh Tangerine Spiced Chickpea Salad Recipe Delight, combining sweet tangerines and earthy chickpeas.

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Prep Time 10

Chilling Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salads

Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan

Calories: 220

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Chickpeas

1 can Chickpeas Opt for low-sodium canned chickpeas

Freshness

2 medium Tangerines Can swap with oranges
1 medium Cucumber English cucumbers preferred
0.5 medium Red Onion Green onions can be substituted

Seasoning

1 teaspoon Cumin Increase for a bolder kick
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

Dressing

3 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is a lighter alternative

Equipment

Mixing bowl
Small bowl
Whisk
Knife
Cutting board

Method

Preparation

Rinse the chickpeas in cold water until the liquid runs clear, then drain well.
Chop the cucumber and finely dice the red onion. Combine them in a large mixing bowl.
Segment the tangerines, discarding any seeds, and add them to the bowl.
Whisk together olive oil, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
Toss the chickpeas and vegetable mixture with the dressing until evenly coated.
Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Garnish with fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley for an extra pop of flavor. Avoid adding dressing until just before serving to maintain crispness.

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