Chickpea, Red Pepper, and Arugula Salad

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Chickpea, Red Pepper, and Arugula Salad
45 min.
4
88kcal

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If you're looking for a fresh and nutritious dish that's both satisfying and bursting with flavor, look no further than this delightful Chickpea, Red Pepper, and Arugula Salad. Perfectly suited for vegetarians and vegans, this gluten-free and dairy-free salad makes an excellent side dish or snack, and it can be whipped up in just 45 minutes!

This vibrant salad features the earthiness of chickpeas paired with the peppery bite of arugula and the subtle sweetness of roasted red peppers. Each bite is complemented by the briny richness of olives, creating a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your palate. The homemade dressing—crafted from balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and extra-virgin olive oil—adds a tangy flair that perfectly ties everything together.

Not only is this salad a feast for the senses, but it also packs a nutritional punch with its healthy ingredients, making it a guilt-free addition to any meal. At just 88 calories per serving, it's a light yet satisfying option that won't weigh you down. Serve it as a refreshing starter at your next gathering or enjoy it as a wholesome midday snack. Embrace a delicious, plant-based lifestyle with this irresistible Chickpea, Red Pepper, and Arugula Salad!

Ingredients

  • cups arugula 
  • tablespoon balsamic vinegar 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cup chickpeas unsalted canned rinsed drained
  • 0.5 teaspoon dijon mustard 
  • tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin
  •  olives italian pitted halved (such as cerignola)
  • 0.3 cup bottled roasted bell peppers red drained cut into strips
  • 0.1 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • whisk
  • broiler

Directions

  1. Combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, mustard, pepper, and salt in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  2. Add arugula, chickpeas, and bell peppers; toss to coat.
  3. Sprinkle with olives.
  4. Place 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, and 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk until well combined.
  5. Add 4 cups arugula to oil mixture; toss to coat greens. Top arugula mixture with 1 cup thinly sliced peeled cantaloupe and 2 ounces thinly sliced prosciutto.
  6. Serves 4 (serving size: about 1 cup) CALORIES 78; FAT 9g (sat 9g); SODIUM 241mg
  7. Bread Salad: Preheat broiler.
  8. Combine 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon Dijon, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a bowl; stir with a whisk.
  9. Place 2 cups (1/2-inch) cubed Italian bread on a jelly-roll pan. Broil 2 minutes or until toasted; stir after 1 minute.
  10. Add bread to bowl; toss.
  11. Add 2 cups arugula and 1 1/2 cups quartered cherry tomatoes; toss.
  12. Serves 4 (serving size: 1 cup) CALORIES 159; FAT 8g (sat 2g); SODIUM 261mg
  13. Combine 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind, 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice, 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, 2 chopped canned anchovy fillets, and 1 minced garlic clove in a medium bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  14. Add 4 cups arugula; toss to coat.
  15. Sprinkle with 2 tablespoons shaved fresh Parmesan cheese.
  16. Serves 4 (serving size: about 1 cup) CALORIES 82; FAT 8g (sat 4g); SODIUM 117mg

Nutrition Facts

Calories88kcal
Protein11.94%
Fat54.58%
Carbs33.48%

Properties

Glycemic Index
46.58
Glycemic Load
1.99
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
6.152173905269%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.04mg
Isorhamnetin
0.86mg
Kaempferol
6.98mg
Quercetin
1.58mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:87.96kcal
4.4%
Fat:5.55g
8.54%
Saturated Fat:0.73g
4.58%
Carbohydrates:7.67g
2.56%
Net Carbohydrates:5.15g
1.87%
Sugar:1.06g
1.17%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:428.93mg
18.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.73g
5.47%
Vitamin K:24.22µg
23.07%
Manganese:0.44mg
21.88%
Vitamin B6:0.23mg
11.35%
Vitamin A:554.89IU
11.1%
Fiber:2.52g
10.07%
Vitamin C:7.11mg
8.62%
Folate:31.33µg
7.83%
Magnesium:23.2mg
5.8%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.73%
Calcium:55.69mg
5.57%
Iron:0.97mg
5.4%
Copper:0.1mg
5.05%
Phosphorus:46.86mg
4.69%
Potassium:155.68mg
4.45%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.7%
Vitamin B5:0.22mg
2.19%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.79%
Selenium:1.19µg
1.7%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.59%
Source:My Recipes