Chickpeas are combined with juicy tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and creamy avocados all tossed in an easy homemade lemon-kissed dressing.
Ingredients :
2 cups grape tomatoes halved
2 cups diced cucumber
15.5 ounces chickpeas drained and rinsed, 1 can
¾ cup diced green bell pepper
½ cup chopped fresh parsley
¼ cup finely diced red onion
½ lemon juiced
Dressing
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
1 avocado optional
Directions :
In a medium bowl, combine tomatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, bell pepper, parsley, and red onion.
Add the olive oil, vinegar, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss well to combine.
If using, cut the avocado into cubes and place in a small bowl. Squeeze the juice from ½ of a lemon over the avocado and gently stir to combine. (If not using avocado, squeeze 1 to 2 tablespoons lemon juice over the salad and toss.
