Sautéed Chickpea and Tomato Mediterranean Salad

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A vibrant salad featuring sautéed chickpeas and fresh tomatoes, tossed with fragrant herbs and a zesty lemon dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 20 minutes, pairs canned chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, 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 180 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: 10 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 can (15 oz) of drained and rinsed chickpeas to the skillet, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes until they start to brown lightly and develop a nutty aroma.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1 cup of halved cherry tomatoes and 1/4 cup finely diced red onion, cooking for another 3 minutes until tomatoes soften but retain shape.
  4. Step 4: Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the chickpea mixture to a large bowl. Add 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Toss gently to combine all flavors evenly.
  5. Step 5: Serve warm or at room temperature as a refreshing Mediterranean-inspired salad.

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