Description
A refreshing and nutritious Mango Chickpea Salad that combines the sweetness of mango with the heartiness of chickpeas, perfect for a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large ripe mango, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup lime juice (about 2 limes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced mango, red bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and cilantro.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, ground cumin, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is evenly coated.
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- Add diced avocado for creaminess and healthy fats.
- Substitute lime juice with lemon juice for a different citrus flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg