on Nov 01, 2021, Updated Apr 12, 2024
Why You’ll Love Chickpea Crouton Salad
This Chickpea Crouton Salad is crisp and fresh and makes a satisfying lunch or side dish. Making homemade croutons is super simple and a great way to use up day-old 🍞 bread. This salad is versatile so you can add in whatever veggies you have available. PLUS, you can add in even more protein by tossing in leftover chicken breast or steak slices or a hard-boiled 🥚 egg on top. It’s such a healthy and satisfying lunch, you’ll want to eat it all week long.
How to Prepare Chickpea Crouton Salad
🔥 Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). 🔪 Now, cube a slice or two of bread into small cubes and then add them to a small baking dish lined with parchment paper. 🫒 Drizzle with olive oil and add pinch of salt and a little bit of dry oregano. ⏲️ Bake until crispy which should take 12 to 15 minutes, but keep an eye on it. 💦 Now, rinse and drain a can of chickpeas. You will need about 1 cup. 🍅 Next, finely dice tomatoes, cucumber and parsley and then add them all to a big bowl. 🍋 Season with a pinch of salt, a drizzle of olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice and then mix well. 🥣 Add the chickpeas and croutons and toss it all together. Enjoy!
Variations and Substitutions for Chickpea Crouton Salad
Best Served With
This salad is perfect as a bbq side dish for grilled steak, my The Best Grilled Salmon Skewers or 🍗 Grilled Chicken Thighs. Amp up the protein even more and add a couple 🥚 hard-boiled eggs on top. Get my tips here.
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