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Crispy Chickpea Summer Salad Recipe with Tangy Feta and Lemon Tahini Dressing

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A refreshing summer salad featuring crispy roasted chickpeas, creamy feta, and a zesty lemon tahini dressing. Perfect for a light, flavorful meal or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 4 cups mixed greens (baby spinach, arugula, or spring mix)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cucumber, diced
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons tahini
  • Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons water (adjust as needed)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • Optional: toasted sesame seeds or pine nuts for extra crunch

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Pat chickpeas very dry with a towel. Toss with olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin (if using), salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread chickpeas in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 25-30 minutes, shaking or stirring every 10 minutes until golden and crispy.
  4. While chickpeas roast, combine mixed greens, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and parsley in a large bowl and toss gently.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, olive oil, and water until creamy but pourable. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Let roasted chickpeas cool slightly, then add to the salad bowl.
  7. Drizzle dressing over salad and toss gently to coat evenly.
  8. Top with crumbled feta and optional toasted sesame seeds or pine nuts.
  9. Serve immediately for best crunch, or refrigerate and add chickpeas just before serving.

Notes

Dry chickpeas thoroughly before roasting for best crispiness. Stir chickpeas every 10 minutes to prevent burning. Add water slowly to tahini dressing to achieve desired consistency. Keep dressing and chickpeas separate if prepping ahead to maintain texture.

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Keywords: crispy chickpeas, summer salad, lemon tahini dressing, feta, healthy salad, vegetarian, gluten-free

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