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Overhead view of Chickpea and Black Bean Salad showing plump beige chickpeas and matte black beans.
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Chickpea and Black Bean Salad with Zesty Lime Vinaigrette

This Chickpea and Black Bean Salad features plump beige chickpeas and matte black beans tossed in a glossy lime vinaigrette with feta and cilantro. A protein-packed, vibrant dish perfect for healthy meal prepping.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) Chickpeas Rinsed and drained
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) Black beans Rinsed and drained
  • 1/2 cup (75g) Red onion Finely diced, translucent
  • 1/2 cup (15g) Fresh cilantro Chopped
  • 1/2 cup (75g) Feta cheese Crumbled into small chunks
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) Fresh lime juice Strained for clarity
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) Extra virgin olive oil High quality for gloss
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) Sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp (1g) Cracked black pepper Visible flecks

Equipment

  • 1 Minimalist white ceramic bowl Used for serving and visual contrast.
  • 1 Fine-mesh strainer Essential for rinsing beans to maintain clarity.
  • 1 Sharp Chef's Knife For finely dicing the red onion.

Method
 

Prep the Ingredients
  1. Place chickpeas and black beans in a fine-mesh strainer and rinse under cold water for 60 seconds until the water runs clear. Drain thoroughly.
  2. Finely dice the red onion into 1/4-inch pieces so they appear translucent and delicate in the salad.
Assemble the Salad
  1. In a minimalist white ceramic bowl, toss the chickpeas, black beans, red onion, and chopped cilantro.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, and sea salt until well combined and glossy.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently. Fold in the crumbled feta cheese and top with visible flecks of cracked black pepper.

Nutrition

Calories: 210kcalProtein: 10gFat: 9gFiber: 8g

Notes

Rinse beans extra well to prevent a cloudy dressing.
Add feta just before serving to maintain the clean white chunks.
Keyword Bean Salad,Chickpea and Black Bean Salad,high protein salad

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