Za’atar-Spiced Chickpea Salad with Pomegranate and Fresh Herbs

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A vibrant Middle Eastern salad combining za’atar-seasoned chickpeas with sweet pomegranate seeds and fresh herbs for a refreshing dish. This Middle Eastern-inspired salad recipe (vegan, gluten free), ready in about 10 minutes, pairs canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed, pomegranate seeds, fresh parsley, chopped 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 320 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 Serves 4 Middle Eastern cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups drained and rinsed canned chickpeas with 1/4 cup finely diced red onion and 1/2 cup pomegranate seeds.
  2. Step 2: Add 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley and 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, tossing gently to combine.
  3. Step 3: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, 2 tsp za’atar spice blend, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
  4. Step 4: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly until chickpeas are evenly coated and salad is vibrant.
  5. Step 5: Refrigerate for 15 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld, then serve chilled or at room temperature.

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