Spicy Chickpea Salad

Ingredients

• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and bell pepper
2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper
3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine
4. Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld
5. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving