5-Minute Spicy Chickpea Salad
The 5-Minute Spicy Chickpea Salad is a quick and delicious salad featuring spicy chickpeas, fresh veggies, and zesty dressing.
Ingredients
- 1 can 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon cumin
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 cups mixed greens
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes halved
- ¼ cup cucumber diced
- ¼ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ¼ cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add chickpeas, paprika, cumin, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper.
- Sauté for 3-4 minutes until chickpeas are heated through and coated in spices.
- In a large bowl, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Add the cooked chickpeas on top.
- Sprinkle with feta cheese and fresh cilantro, if desired.
Notes
- Customize your salad with your favorite veggies and toppings.
- For extra crunch, roast the chickpeas in the oven at 400°F for 15-20 minutes.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2-3 days.