Cucumber Salad with Chickpeas and Tahini Dressing
Cucumber Salad with Chickpeas and Tahini Dressing is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for warm weather gatherings or quick lunches. This easy-to-make salad combines crunchy cucumbers, protein-rich chickpeas, and a creamy tahini dressing, resulting in a delightful mix of flavors and textures. Ideal as a side or main dish, this salad can also be customized with additional ingredients to suit your preferences. Enjoy a taste of summer with every bite!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cucumbers, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1/4 cup tahini
- 2 tbsp lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients.
- Dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- Rinse the chickpeas under cold water.
- In a bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers and chickpeas. Pour dressing over the salad and mix until well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg