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Chickpea Salad Moroccan Style Recipe - CookingWithAlia - Episode 316

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Chickpea Salad Moroccan Style

Cultural Context

Originating from Morocco, this salad reflects the vibrant flavors and fresh ingredients typical of North African cuisine. Chickpeas are a staple in Moroccan diets, often featured in salads and stews, symbolizing nourishment and hospitality. Today, this salad is enjoyed globally, celebrated for its refreshing taste and nutritious profile, making it a popular choice for gatherings and healthy meals.

MoroccanMAside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 cloves crushed garlic
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
to taste black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup cilantro

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

feta cheese

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: omit

Tofu provides protein while being lower in calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Canola oil is a cost-effective alternative for dressing.

1

Drain the canned chickpeas from their juices.

2

Place the chickpeas in a sieve over boiling water to steam for 5 minutes.

3

Finely chop the cilantro (or parsley if preferred).

4

Make the spice mix with olive oil, lemon juice, crushed garlic, ground cumin, paprika, pepper, and salt.

5

Add a bit of the chopped cilantro to the spice mix and mix well.

6

Place the hot chickpeas in a large bowl and add the spice mix.

7

Toss the chickpeas with the spice mix until well combined.

8

Serve on a plate, topped with chopped cilantro, and eat right away.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchopping

Equipment Needed

colanderlarge bowlknifecutting board

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

vegetariangluten-freenut-free

Allergens

milk

Also Known As

Moroccan Chickpea SaladChickpea Tabbouleh

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