Green beans with chickpeas
Try this nutritious and delicious Green Beans with Chickpeas recipe! A delightful blend of fresh green beans, cherry tomatoes, crisp lettuce, and protein-packed chickpeas, dressed in a zesty mix of olive oil, vinegar, and mustard. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal!
- 29 Mar 2024
- Cook time 3 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 4 Servings
- 7 Ingredients
If you're looking for a healthy and flavorful dish, this Green Beans with Chickpeas recipe is a perfect choice. It's a quick and nutritious meal that can serve as a refreshing salad or a side dish. The combination of crisp green beans, protein-packed chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fresh lettuce is enhanced with a tangy mustard vinaigrette, making it both delicious and satisfying.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Green Beans: Trim the ends off the green beans and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- Cherry Tomatoes: Rinse and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Lettuce: Rinse and chop or tear the lettuce into bite-sized pieces.
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Add the green beans and cook for about 3-4 minutes until they are tender-crisp.
- Drain the green beans and rinse them under cold water to stop the cooking process. Set aside.
- Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, and mustard until well combined.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked green beans, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, and lettuce.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients.
- Toss gently to ensure everything is evenly coated with the dressing.
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately.
Tips:
- For a more intense flavor, let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Blanch the green beans in boiling water for about 2-3 minutes to retain their vibrant color and crunchy texture.
- Feel free to add other fresh vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers to increase the volume and enhance the nutrition of the salad.
- Use high-quality olive oil and vinegar for the dressing to achieve the best flavor.
- Add a sprinkle of feta cheese or toasted nuts on top for extra texture and flavor.
This Green Beans with Chickpeas recipe is both easy to prepare and packed with nutrients. Whether you serve it as a light meal or a side dish, it's sure to become a favorite in your healthy meal rotation. Remember to experiment with additional vegetables and toppings to make it your own. Enjoy your wholesome and delicious creation!
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 140 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 80kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 4.13g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 13g | 4% |
| Fiber 4.09g | 11% |
| Sugar 4.12g | 4% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 8g | 9% |
| Saturated 1.07g | 4% |
| Cholesterol 0.00mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 66ug | 7% |
| Choline 24mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 0.09mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B2 0.06mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B3 0.76mg | 5% |
| Vitamin B6 0.14mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B9 80ug | 19% |
| Vitamin B12 0.00ug | 0% |
| Vitamin C 13mg | 14% |
| Vitamin E 0.59mg | 4% |
| Vitamin K 24ug | 20% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 36mg | 3% |
| Copper, Cu 0.17mg | 0% |
| Iron, Fe 1.47mg | 13% |
| Magnesium, Mg 30mg | 7% |
| Phosphorus, P 90mg | 7% |
| Potassium, K 320mg | 9% |
| Selenium, Se 2.66ug | 5% |
| Sodium, Na 50mg | 3% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.71mg | 6% |
| Water | |
| Water 120g | - |
| * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. | |
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