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Chickpea and Black Bean Salad Recipe

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  • Author: Taylor
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Divorce Salad is a vibrant and flavorful bean salad combining chickpeas, black beans, feta cheese, and fresh herbs tossed in a tangy red wine vinegar dressing. Perfectly chilled, this salad melds flavors beautifully after a few hours and makes a refreshing, healthy side or light meal.


Ingredients

Scale

Beans

  • 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained

Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Salad Add-ins

  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley


Instructions

  1. Combine Beans: In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained chickpeas and black beans.
  2. Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well blended.
  3. Toss Beans with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the beans and toss gently to coat the beans evenly.
  4. Add Vegetables and Cheese: Add thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley to the bowl.
  5. Combine All Ingredients: Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined, ensuring the dressing coats everything.
  6. Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld. For best taste, chill for a few hours or overnight.
  7. Serve: Serve the salad cold or at room temperature as a refreshing side or light meal.

Notes

  • This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days, making it ideal for meal prep.
  • For added crunch, consider adding diced bell peppers or cucumbers.
  • Adjust the amount of red onion according to your preference.
  • If feta cheese is unavailable, goat cheese or sharp cheddar can be used as substitutes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 280 kcal
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 520 mg
  • Fat: 14 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 30 g
  • Fiber: 9 g
  • Protein: 12 g
  • Cholesterol: 25 mg