Moroccan Style Chickpeas Salad with Coriander Leaves | Street Snacks

canned chickpeas

🥗Healthier: dried chickpeas

💰Cheaper: canned beans

Dried chickpeas are more nutritious and cheaper when bought in bulk.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

red bell pepper

🥗Healthier: yellow bell pepper

💰Cheaper: carrots

Carrots provide crunch and sweetness at a lower cost.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: spinach

Spinach offers a similar texture and is often less expensive.

Rinse and drain canned chickpeas under cold water.

Chop cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion into small pieces.

Finely chop parsley and mint leaves.

In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, and mint.

In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Cooking Techniques

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