Mediterranean Chickpea Tuna Salad Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA TUNA SALAD

Steps:

• Place all ingredients into a bowl and toss to combine. Adjust lemon juice, salt and pepper as needed.
• Enjoy!

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD

Steps:

• Place chickpeas, soaking liquid, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a large pot. Liquid should cover by 2 inches; adjust as necessary. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer gently. Cook, stirring occasionally, until chickpeas are tender, about 40 minutes. Drain, and transfer to a bowl. (Makes 3 cups chickpeas.)
• Meanwhile, using a chef's knife, press flat side of blade back and forth across garlic and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt to make a paste. Transfer to a bowl, and whisk in peppercorns, vinegar, oil, and oregano. Pour dressing over chickpeas. Let stand, stirring once or twice, for 30 minutes. Toss in tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, carrots, scallions, parsley, and basil.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD

Steps:

• Combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, garlic, parsley, basil and mozz cheese in a medium bowl.
• Drizzle olive oil, vinegar and salt over top and toss all ingredients to combine.
• Cover bowl and refrigerate at least 1 hour to let flavors blend.
• Serve alone as a side-dish or over a bed of mixed greens.

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD I

Steps:

• In a bowl, mix the garbanzo beans, sun-dried tomatoes, feta cheese, onion, garlic, and cilantro. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and salt, and pour over the salad. Refrigerate at least 3 hours before serving.