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:

  1. Prepare the chickpeas and red beans: If using canned, drain and rinse them. If using fresh, cook them until tender.
  2. Combine all the vegetables: In a large bowl, mix the chickpeas, red beans, green onions, tomatoes, red bell pepper, and green salad.
  3. Season the salad: Add salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Dress the salad: Add the lemon juice or apple cider vinegar and olive oil, and toss to combine.
  5. Add the olives: Stir in the finely chopped olives.
  6. Serve immediately: Or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to let the flavors meld.

Nutritional Facts (per serving, assuming 4 servings)

NutrientAmount per serving
Calories180 kcal
Total Fat7g
Saturated Fat1g
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg
Sodium300mg
Total Carbohydrates24g
Dietary Fiber7g
Sugars5g
Protein7g
Vitamin A25% DV
Vitamin C80% DV
Calcium6% DV
Iron15% DV
Potassium10% DV