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Chicken & Chickpea Salad


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  • Author: recipesforcook
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A tasty and healthy salad combining protein-rich shredded chicken and chickpeas with fresh veggies, perfect for lunch or dinner.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups shredded chicken
  • 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup lemon dressing
  • Greens (optional)
  • Pita (optional)
  • Sandwich bread (optional)
  • Feta cheese (optional)
  • Avocado (optional)
  • Fresh herbs (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine shredded chicken, chickpeas, diced cucumbers, and halved cherry tomatoes.
  2. Drizzle with the zesty lemon dressing and toss everything together.
  3. Serve over a bed of greens, in pita bread, or as a sandwich.
  4. Optionally, add feta cheese, avocado, or fresh herbs for extra flavor.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days. For best results, consume within a day if avocado is added.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 55mg