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High-Protein Caprese Chickpea Salad

A nutritious and delicious salad packed with protein from chickpeas, combined with fresh mozzarella, tomatoes, and basil.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella cubed
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil chopped
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and basil.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Toss gently to combine all ingredients.
  4. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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