This high-protein chickpea salad is fresh, filling, and requires no cooking at all. It’s ideal for quick lunches, meal prep, and busy weekdays when you still want a protein-rich vegan meal.

🥗 Why This Recipe Works

• No cooking required
• High in plant protein 20-25g
• Ready in 10 minutes
• Perfect for lunch or light dinner

🧾 Ingredients (2–3 servings)

Salad

• 1½ cups cooked chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 small cucumber, diced
• ¼ red onion, finely diced
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or coriander, chopped

Dressing

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp lemon juice or apple cider vinegar
• ½ tsp ground cumin
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Optional protein boost

• 2 tbsp nutritional yeast
• ¼ cup roasted seeds (pumpkin or sunflower)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the base

Add chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and herbs to a large bowl.

2️⃣ Make the dressing

In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, salt, and pepper.

3️⃣ Combine

Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently until evenly coated.

4️⃣ Taste & adjust

Adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon if needed.

❄️ Storage & Meal Prep

• Fridge: Keeps well for up to 3 days
• Best stored in an airtight container
• Great for packed lunches

💪 Protein Tip

For extra protein:

• Add quinoa
• Add tofu cubes
• Serve with whole-grain pita or wraps

🍽️ Serving Suggestions

• Eat as-is for a light lunch
• Serve in wraps

Pair with soup or roasted vegetables