Chickpea Salad with Roasted Red Pepper Vinaigrette

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-03 · Updated 2026-08-03

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A vibrant chickpea salad tossed in a roasted red pepper vinaigrette, perfect for packing in an insulated lunchbox to keep fresh and flavorful. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 15 minutes, pairs canned chickpeas, roasted red peppers, extra virgin olive oil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 240 calories and feeds 3, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Serves 3 Mediterranean cuisine 240 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 can (15 oz), drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
1/2 cup, chopped roasted red peppers
3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp red wine vinegar
1, minced garlic clove
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp sea salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp, chopped fresh parsley
1 cup, halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 medium, diced cucumber

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Instructions

Step 1: In a blender or food processor, combine 1/2 cup chopped roasted red peppers, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1 minced garlic clove, 1/2 tsp ground cumin, 1/2 tsp sea salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30 seconds.
Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, add 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas, 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes, 1/2 medium diced cucumber, and 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Pour the roasted red pepper vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
Step 3: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if desired. Transfer to an insulated lunchbox to keep cool and fresh for up to 4 hours.