Tangy and Sweet Lemon Chickpea Salad

This tangy and sweet lemon chickpea salad is a quick and easy dish that's perfect for a light lunch, a summer picnic, or a potluck. It's packed with flavor and crunch from the fresh herbs, lemon juice, and honey. The chickpeas add a boost of protein and fiber, making this salad a satisfying and healthy option.

I first had this salad at a Mediterranean restaurant in New York City. It was so good that I asked the chef for the recipe. He was kind enough to share it with me, and I've been making it ever since. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. The chickpeas are soft and creamy, the red onion is sharp and pungent, the parsley and mint are fresh and herbaceous, the lemon juice is bright and tangy, and the honey is sweet and floral. It's a perfect balance of flavors that will wake up your taste buds.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red onion, parsley, mint, lemon juice, honey, and olive oil.
2. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
3. Toss to combine.
4. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.

Why It Works

• The chickpeas provide a good source of protein and fiber, making this salad a satisfying and healthy option.
• The fresh herbs add a bright and herbaceous flavor to the salad.
• The lemon juice adds a bright and tangy flavor to the salad.
• The honey adds a touch of sweetness to the salad.
• The red onion adds a sharp and pungent flavor to the salad.