Description
Zesty Tangerine Spiced Chickpea Salad is a vibrant fusion of flavors that elevates any meal. This refreshing salad features crunchy spiced chickpeas, sweet tangerine segments, and colorful veggies, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect as a main dish or a side, it’s sure to be a crowd-pleaser at your next gathering!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium fresh tangerines, segmented
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp cumin powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat the rinsed chickpeas dry with a paper towel.
- In a bowl, toss chickpeas with olive oil, cumin powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread seasoned chickpeas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and roast for 20-25 minutes or until crispy.
- While chickpeas roast, chop red onion, cilantro, and segment fresh tangerines.
- In a large bowl, combine roasted chickpeas, chopped onions, cilantro, tangerine segments, and lemon juice. Gently mix to combine.
- Serve immediately or let chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 0mg