![]() Kalamata olives – Olives are an absolute staple of Mediterranean cuisine and kalamata olives are among the most popular.Red onion – Red onion boasts the same benefits of regular (white) onions, plus you get extra antioxidant content thanks to the sulfur compounds they’re packed with.Plus, you can count on these tomatoes to help you meet your daily amount of potassium and vitamin C! Tomatoes are a healthy option in general thanks to their high antioxidant content (lutein, lycopene, and zeaxanthin). Cherry or grape tomatoes – Here’s yet another fruit-you could practically call this recipe a fruit salad haha.Red bell pepper –Like cucumbers, bell peppers of any variety are technically a fruit! They’re extremely nutritious, packed with fiber and vitamin C (134% DV per serving!).Since they contain fiber and very few calories, they can be a great way to fill yourself up without tons of calories! They’re also commonly thought of as a vegetable but are fruits in actuality! Cucumbers are nutrient-dense and contain vitamin C, vitamin K, magnesium, potassium, and manganese. English cucumber – Cucumbers are well known for being rich in water content (and thus low in calories). ![]() Garbanzo beans (chickpeas) – Chickpeas are a Mediterranean staple and truly one of the most nutrient-dense foods around! Not only do they have significant quantities of fiber and protein but also manganese, folate (vitamin B9), copper, iron, zinc, phosphorus, magnesium, thiamine, vitamin B6, selenium, and potassium.So, read on to learn how to make my vegan Mediterranean chickpea salad recipe! Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Ingredients I am either switching between my pesto pasta salad or this vegan Mediterranean chickpea salad! Bursting with color and topped with a simple olive oil and lemon dressing, this Mediterranean-inspired salad is perfect for lunch or as a side dish for any summer parties, BBQ's, or potlucks. sign me up for it all!Įspecially in the summer, I am always craving a crunchy salad. I could probably survive only on Mediterranean food for the rest of my life.
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