Delicious Balela Salad Recipe

Hello dear food lovers! Today, I'm going to share a wonderful recipe that will bring the unique freshness of the Mediterranean into your kitchen: Balela Salad. This salad creates a flavor explosion with the perfect harmony of fresh herbs and a lemon-garlic dressing. Filled with colorful vegetables and those delicious chickpeas, it's a nutritious option. Believe me, it will appeal to both your eyes and your palate. You can prepare a great meal by adding some pita bread or lavash on the side. If you're ready, let's embark on this flavor journey together!

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Prep
15 dk
Cook
5 dk
Servings
4 Servings
Difficulty
Medium
Categories: Salads Vegan Recipes Appetizers Indian Cuisine Vegan
Delicious Balela Salad Recipe Ingredients 14 items
  • 2 cans of 15 oz chickpeas (drained or 3 cups cooked chickpeas)
  • 1 clove of garlic (finely chopped)
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 2 bell peppers (diced, preferably 1 red and 1 green)
  • 1 small cucumber (diced)
  • 1/4 cup chopped mint
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or a mix of balsamic and apple cider vinegar)
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice (or more to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon sumac (or cumin, spice, chipotle can be used)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper (or chili flakes)
  • Salt (to taste)
How to Make Delicious Balela Salad Recipe 5 steps
1

Start by chopping your vegetables nicely. Place the washed and drained chickpeas, garlic, cherry tomatoes, and bell peppers in a large bowl and mix.

2

Now let's add some freshness! Add the mint and parsley, then sprinkle 1/4 teaspoon of salt and mix well.

3

Next is the dressing. In a small bowl, combine all the ingredients needed for the dressing and mix well.

4

Add the prepared dressing to the salad bowl and mix thoroughly to ensure the flavors blend together. Taste and add more salt or lemon if needed.

5

That's it! You can serve your salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator and enjoy it later.

Delicious Balela Salad Recipe Cooking Tips

To enhance the flavor of your salad, I recommend using fresh lemon juice. Additionally, to further enrich the taste, you can sprinkle some feta cheese on top. Remember, letting the salad sit in the refrigerator for a few hours after making it allows the flavors to blend better.

Nutrition Facts

/serving
284
kcal
14.0g
Protein
46.0g
Carbs
6.0g
Fat

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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories in Delicious Balela Salad Recipe?
Delicious Balela Salad Recipe recipe contains 284 calories per serving. Protein: 14.0g. Carbohydrates: 46.0g. Fat: 6.0g.
How long does it take to make Delicious Balela Salad Recipe?
Delicious Balela Salad Recipe takes 20 dk in total to prepare. Prep: 15 dk. Cook: 5 dk. Serves 4.
What ingredients do I need for Delicious Balela Salad Recipe?
Delicious Balela Salad Recipe recipe requires 14 ingredients. Main ingredients: 2 cans of 15 oz chickpeas (drained or 3 cups cooked chickpeas), 1 clove of garlic (finely chopped), 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved), 2 bell peppers (diced, preferably 1 red and 1 green), 1 small cucumber (diced), 1/4 cup chopped mint, 1/4 cup chopped parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt...
What diets is Delicious Balela Salad Recipe suitable for?
Delicious Balela Salad Recipe recipe is suitable for the following diets: Vegan.
How to make Delicious Balela Salad Recipe?
Delicious Balela Salad Recipe recipe is prepared in 5 steps. Difficulty level: Medium.

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