Lemon-Dill Cucumber and Dill Salad with Crispy Chickpeas

A refreshing salad featuring crisp cucumbers, fresh dill, and crunchy roasted chickpeas in a bright lemon dressing.

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Category: Salads

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 20 minutes.

Serves 2.

Ingredients

• 2 medium, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick cucumbers
• 1 cup canned, rinsed and drained chickpeas
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Dijon mustard
• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1/4 cup torn into 1-inch pieces pita bread

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss chickpeas with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper on a baking sheet.
2. Step 2: Roast 20 minutes until golden and crisp, stirring at 10 minutes.
3. Step 3: Whisk lemon juice, 1 tbsp olive oil, Dijon mustard, 1 tbsp dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper in a bowl.
4. Step 4: Combine cucumbers, roasted chickpeas, and pita pieces in a bowl.
5. Step 5: Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until evenly coated. Rest 5 minutes before serving.