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Chickpea Arugula Salad with Lemon Dijon Dressing Recipe

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4.3 from 12 reviews

  • Author: Eve
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A fresh and vibrant Chickpea Arugula Salad tossed with a zesty Lemon Dijon Dressing. This quick and healthy salad combines peppery arugula, creamy chickpeas, crisp cucumber, sweet cherry tomatoes, and sharp red onion, all brought together with a tangy, slightly sweet dressing made from fresh lemon, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup. Perfect for a light lunch or a nutritious side dish in just 15 minutes.

Ingredients

Salad Ingredients

  • 400g (1 can) Chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 115g (4 cups) Arugula, fresh
  • ¼ Red Onion, thinly sliced
  • 250g (1 pint) Cherry Tomatoes, halved
  • ½ Cucumber, diced

Dressing Ingredients

  • 1 Lemon, for juice and zest
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard
  • 3 tbsp Olive Oil, extra virgin
  • 1 tsp Maple Syrup (or honey)
  • Salt and Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Salad Base: In a large bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, fresh arugula leaves, thinly sliced red onion, halved cherry tomatoes, and diced cucumber, ensuring all the salad ingredients are evenly mixed.
  2. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the juice and zest of the lemon, Dijon mustard, maple syrup (or honey), extra virgin olive oil, and season with salt and pepper to taste until the dressing is smooth and emulsified.
  3. Toss the Salad: Pour the prepared lemon Dijon dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all the ingredients evenly with the dressing.
  4. Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest flavor or refrigerate it briefly to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

  • Maple syrup can be substituted with honey for a slightly different sweetness.
  • For added texture, consider sprinkling toasted nuts or seeds on top.
  • This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be chilled for up to 2 hours before serving.
  • Adjust salt and pepper in the dressing according to your taste preference.
  • To make it vegan, ensure to use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Find it online: https://everecipes.com/chickpea-arugula-salad-with-lemon-dijon-dressing-recipe/