Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Lemon Tahini Dressing
A delicious and heart-healthy Mediterranean-inspired salad packed with fiber, plant-based proteins, and healthy fats to support a diet aimed at lowering high cholesterol.
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, olives, and parsley.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lemon tahini dressing ingredients.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Top with crumbled feta cheese if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for later. This salad can be enjoyed on its own or as a side dish with grilled chicken or fish.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 300 |
| Protein (g) | 10 |
| Carbs (g) | 30 |
| Fiber (g) | 8 |
| Sugar (g) | 6 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 2 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 300 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |