Armenian-Style Hummus Prepared by Evelyn
Kickin' Chickpea Salad
Here's one dish that always gets the crowd going at potlucks! My mom has been whipping this up at holidays for years and now it's become my go-to recipe too.
- Serves: A crowd
- Spice Level: Adjustable
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
Spicy Chickpea Salad Ingredients (7)
- Olive oil
- lemon juice
- minced garlic
- salt
- canned chickpeas drained
- fresh chopped parsley
- cayenne pepper (optional)
Spicy Chickpea Salad Instructions
- Squeeze the Lemons: Cut open a lemon and juice it into a bowl.
- Add the Chickpeas: Toss in your drained chickpeas.
- Aromatic Garlic: Add minced garlic to the mix.
- Olive Oil: Drizzle in some olive oil.
- Salt: Sprinkle a bit of salt.
- Parsley: Give it a stir and add some fresh chopped parsley.
- Heat Things Up (optional): If you like some heat, toss in a pinch or two of cayenne pepper.
- Blend: Blend it all together until smooth.
Bonus: Old-School Chickpea Salad Recipe
While my version has a kick to it, this classic version mixes staples like chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, salt, olive oil, and parsley - perfect for those who prefer less spice.
Ingredients:- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed- 2 cloves garlic, minced- 2 tbsp lemon juice- 1 tsp salt- 3 tbsp olive oil- 4 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions:1. Combine ingredients: In a medium bowl, add the chickpeas, garlic, lemon juice, and salt.2. Mix well: Stir the ingredients together.3. Add olive oil: Drizzle olive oil over the salad and stir again.4. Finish with parsley: Stir in the chopped parsley.5. Serve: Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
This recipe is the perfect party or holiday dish, and you can add extra ingredients like diced bell peppers or cherry tomatoes to amp up the flavor and texture. Enjoy!
- The Spicy Chickpea Salad yields a delightful dish that not only pleases a crowd but also offers an adjustable spice level, making it suitable for various palates.
- To enhance the nutritional value of this dish, consider using fresh parsley, a rich source of vitamins A and C.
- When preparing the Old-School Chickpea Salad, be sure to follow the instructions carefully, as they ensure a smooth and well-blended salad that perfectly blends the flavors of chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic, salt, olive oil, and parsley.
