Ingredients:
- 1 cup chickpeas (200-250 g), cooked or canned
- 1/2 cup red beans, cooked or canned
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1-2 tomatoes, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1-2 cups green salad (e.g., lettuce, spinach, or mixed greens), chopped
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or bio apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup olives, finely chopped
Instructions:
- Prepare the chickpeas and red beans: If using canned, drain and rinse them. If using fresh, cook them until tender.
- Combine all the vegetables: In a large bowl, mix the chickpeas, red beans, green onions, tomatoes, red bell pepper, and green salad.
- Season the salad: Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Dress the salad: Add the lemon juice or apple cider vinegar and olive oil, and toss to combine.
- Add the olives: Stir in the finely chopped olives.
- Serve immediately: Or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.
Nutritional Facts (per serving, assuming 4 servings)
Nutrient | Amount per serving |
---|---|
Calories | 180 kcal |
Total Fat | 7g |
Saturated Fat | 1g |
Trans Fat | 0g |
Cholesterol | 0mg |
Sodium | 300mg |
Total Carbohydrates | 24g |
Dietary Fiber | 7g |
Sugars | 5g |
Protein | 7g |
Vitamin A | 25% DV |
Vitamin C | 80% DV |
Calcium | 6% DV |
Iron | 15% DV |
Potassium | 10% DV |