Chickpea Salad with Pepper Vinaigrette: A Spanish Delight

In Spain, salads are an essential accompaniment to any meal and they can be varied with different ingredients. In this article I propose a unique salad, with which you can delight yourself on any occasion. It is a chickpea salad with pepper vinaigrette, ideal for those looking for a healthy and nutritious option. In addition, it is easy to prepare and does not consume much time. Next, I’ll show you the ingredients needed and how to make the salad.

List of ingredients and calories:
– One can of cooked chickpeas (400 gr) – 236 calories
– One red onion – 64 calories
– One green pepper – 30 calories
– One red pepper – 30 calories
– 100 ml of olive oil – 884 calories
– 50 ml of balsamic vinegar – 45 calories
– A clove of garlic – 4 calories
– A teaspoon of sweet paprika – 6 calories
– Salt to taste

Total calories: 1295

1. The first thing you should do is rinse the chickpeas with cold water to remove the salt water contained in the can.
2. Next, chop both the onion and the peppers into julienne strips, that is, cutting them into long, thin strips.
3. In a frying pan, heat a little oil and fry the onion along with the peppers.
4. Grind the garlic clove and mix it with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and sweet paprika.
5. Then, mix the drained chickpeas with the sautéed vegetables and finally, water everything with the vinaigrette.

Ready! Your chickpea salad with pepper vinaigrette is ready to be enjoyed.

Chickpea salad with pepper vinaigrette is a delicious option for a healthy meal, full of flavor and easy to make. With its combination of nutritious ingredients and the texture of chickpeas, it’s a great way to add fiber and protein to your diet. Don’t hesitate to try this recipe and let us know in the comments how it turned out for you. Enjoy!