Easy Healthy Recipe for Weight Loss: Chickpea Salad Bowl
Looking for a quick, nutritious, and satisfying meal that supports your weight loss goals? This Chickpea Salad Bowl is a perfect choice! Packed with protein, fibre, and fresh veggies, it keeps you full longer and helps curb unhealthy snacking.
https://priyankagurpreetsingh.com/contact-us/This recipe combines plant-based protein from chickpeas with fibre-rich vegetables and healthy fats from olive oil. It’s low in calories but high in nutrients, making it a smart choice for those trying to shed extra pounds without feeling deprived.
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1 cucumber, diced
1 small red onion, finely sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional for vegan: use dairy-free feta or skip)
1 avocado, sliced or cubed
2 cups mixed greens (arugula, baby spinach, romaine, etc.)
1/4 cup fresh parsley or mint, chopped
Optional toppings: roasted sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, microgreens
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
Juice of 1 large lemon
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp maple syrup or honey
Salt & pepper to taste
1/2 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
Prep the veggies: Start by washing and chopping all your fresh produce. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the cucumber, slice the onion, and cube the avocado.
Toss the chickpeas: In a small bowl, season the chickpeas with a pinch of salt, pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil. For extra flavor, you can roast them at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes until crispy—or keep them as-is for a softer texture.
Mix the dressing: In a mason jar or small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, mustard, sweetener, and seasonings. Shake or stir until fully emulsified.
Assemble the bowl: In each serving bowl, layer the greens as a base. Then top with chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, olives, feta, avocado, and herbs. Drizzle generously with the dressing.
Garnish & serve: Sprinkle with seeds, microgreens, or extra herbs if desired. Serve immediately, or store components separately for meal prep.
Dietician Priyanka
In practice from 9 years