Fava Bean Chickpea Salad

Name: Fava Bean Chickpea Salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: zest of 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 garlic clove, minced; ¼ teaspoon sea salt (or kosher salt); ¼ teaspoon black pepper to taste (optional); 1 can (14 ounce) fava beans, rinsed and drained ((broad beans)); 1 can (14 ounce) chickpeas, rinsed and drained ((garbanzo beans)); ½ English cucumber, diced; 1 medium red bell pepper, diced; 1 small shallot, thinly sliced; 3 green onions, thinly sliced ((scallions)); ½ cup fresh mint leaves, loosely packed, thinly sliced; ½ cup fresh cilantro or parsley, loosely packed, chopped; 1 pinch red pepper flakes ((optional))

Instructions

Prep:10min

This Fava Bean Chickpea Salad is a delicious and vibrant dish that you can whip up in just 10 minutes! Packed with bright, zesty flavors and a variety of textures, it’s perfect for lunch, as a light main course, or a side dish for dinner. The combination of chickpeas and fava beans brings a nutty, earthy element, while the fresh herbs and tangy lemon vinaigrette add a refreshing flavor.

Updated at: Fri, 18 Apr 2025 06:07:54 GMT