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Watermelon Cucumber Chickpea Salad

Cool and Easy Watermelon Cucumber Chickpea Salad for Summer

This Watermelon Cucumber Chickpea Salad is a perfect blend of refreshing flavors, making it ideal for summer gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Watermelon Cubed
  • 1 medium Cucumber Sliced
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and drained
  • 1 handful Fresh Mint Optional
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil High quality recommended
  • 1 clove Fresh Garlic Minced
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Or apple cider/balsamic

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Small bowl
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Directions
  1. Cube about 4 cups of watermelon and one medium cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Rinse and drain the chickpeas.
  2. In a large bowl, combine watermelon, cucumber, and chickpeas. Add mint if using, and stir gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, and vinegar until emulsified.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl and garnish with mint. Serve fresh and chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For better texture, dress the salad right before serving and consider marinating the chickpeas beforehand for added flavor.

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