Roasted Chickpea and Za'atar Salad with Pomegranate Seeds

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A vibrant Mediterranean salad featuring crunchy roasted chickpeas tossed with za'atar spices, fresh greens, and jewel-like pomegranate seeds for a burst of flavor. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian, gluten free), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed, olive oil, za'atar spice blend 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 220 calories and feeds 4, 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: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 can (15 oz) drained and rinsed chickpeas with 2 tbsp olive oil and 1 tbsp za'atar spice blend in a bowl until evenly coated. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, shaking halfway, until crispy and golden.
  2. Step 2: In a large salad bowl, combine 4 cups mixed salad greens, 1/2 cup diced cucumber, 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds, and 2 tbsp chopped mint leaves.
  3. Step 3: Whisk together 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  4. Step 4: Add the warm roasted chickpeas on top, toss lightly again, and serve immediately for a contrast of textures.

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