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Roasted Zucchini Chickpea Salad

Delicious Roasted Zucchini Chickpea Salad for Fresh Flavor

Enjoy a vibrant Roasted Zucchini Chickpea Salad that's nutritious and customizable, perfect for any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 medium Zucchini Choose firm specimens for the best roasting results.
  • 1 can Chickpeas Canned are convenient, but roasting your own delivers extra flavor.
Veggies
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Feel free to substitute with yellow or orange peppers.
  • 1 medium Red Onion White onion can be a great alternative.
  • 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes Grape tomatoes also work well.
For Roasting
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can be swapped in for a higher smoke point.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can elevate the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Use regular paprika or chili powder for a different flavor.
  • Salt Adjust to taste.
  • Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
Garnishing and Flavor
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Optional; try goat cheese or omit for a vegan version.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Cilantro is an alternative.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Substitute with lime juice for a fresh twist.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine chopped zucchini, drained chickpeas, diced red bell pepper, and sliced red onion.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper; toss to coat.
  4. Spread the vegetable mixture on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  5. Let the roasted vegetables cool slightly, then halve the cherry tomatoes and prepare feta, if using.
  6. Combine roasted vegetables with cherry tomatoes and feta in a bowl, then squeeze fresh lemon juice over top.
  7. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 45mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, combine fresh ingredients just before serving and avoid freezing the assembled salad.

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