Chickpea Pesto Red Onion Salad Recipe

This vibrant Chickpea Pesto Red Onion Salad is ridiculously easy to make and bursting with fresh flavor! Perfect for a summer BBQ, potluck, or a light lunch, this recipe comes together in minutes. The creamy pesto, crunchy chickpeas, and sharp red onion create a delightful combination of textures and tastes. Get ready to impress your guests with this simple yet stunning dish!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Calories 185.5 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.2 (11 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Chickpea Pesto Red Onion Salad

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How to Make Chickpea Pesto Red Onion Salad

  1. Drain and rinse one (15-ounce) can of chickpeas.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup pesto, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and the juice of 1/2 lemon.
  3. Add the drained chickpeas and 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion to the bowl.
  4. Gently toss to combine, ensuring all chickpeas and onions are coated in the pesto mixture.
  5. For best flavor, let the salad sit at room temperature for at least 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

15 g

Sugar

5g

Fat

3g

Carbs

10g