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Heather's Dish

Lemon Basil Chickpea Salad

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Let’s talk about summer today.

Today I got my first mosquito bite of the summer since we’re in Dallas and that’s what happens in Dallas in the summer.

 

I have been sweating nonstop since our arrival in the great state of Texas, which is fine because it’s hot here and I prefer summer heat to winter cold.

 

I have been craving salads, mainly because of this elixir of the gods, but also because salads really sound stinking fabulous when you’re me and you sweat nonstop.

 

Feed me cold food.  That is all.

 

Soooooooooo I kind of did something:  I copied myself on a real winner from last summer, Cilantro Lime Chickpea Salad.  Because it’s simple, easy, delicious and requires no cooking.  Oh, and cold.  OH SO COLD!

LEMON BASIL CHICKPEA SALAD

  • 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 4 loosely packed cups fresh spinach
  • 1/2 onion, chopped small
  • 1 Tbsp sugar
  • juice and zest from 2 large lemons
  • 1/4 cup loose packed basil
  • 1 Tbsp dijon mustard
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated on a microplane
  • 1/2 cup olive oil

Chop the spinach very finely (feel free to use a food processor and pulse 3-4 times).  Add the chickpeas, onion, and spinach to a large bowl.  In the same food processor add the lemon juice, basil, sugar, mustard, garlic, and olive oil.  Process til it comes together into a dressing, about 30-45 seconds.  Pour over the chickpea mixture and stir to combine.  Add salt and pepper to taste.  Let sit for about 10 minutes on the counter or overnight in the fridge to let the flavors marry.

Feed me.

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  1. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says

    June 6, 2012 at 6:58 pm

    That sounds like the perfect summer salad, easy and fresh!

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  2. Norma says

    May 31, 2012 at 9:38 am

    I saw this recipe a week ago and I’ve already made it 3 times and got rave reviews.

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  3. Kim in MD says

    May 31, 2012 at 5:32 am

    I’m all about salads when the summer heat revs up. This looks so good, Heather! Have fun in Texas!

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  4. Kelly @ Laughter, Strength, and Food says

    May 30, 2012 at 8:54 pm

    Yum! This looks so delicious and refreshing!! Can’t wait to try it! 🙂

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  5. Janetha says

    May 30, 2012 at 4:33 pm

    I love all these things on their own, so I know this recipe is a winner!!

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  6. Blog is the New Black says

    May 30, 2012 at 11:55 am

    Amazing! Making this ASAP!

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  7. Jocelyn @ Peace Love Nutrition says

    May 30, 2012 at 11:23 am

    No feed me please! Healther- I’ll hire you as my cook ; )

    I jsut bought a new knife and I’m so excited to cut things with it haha

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  8. Sarah says

    May 30, 2012 at 11:13 am

    Looks amazing!

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  9. Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says

    May 30, 2012 at 10:01 am

    This looks sooo healthy! Love it!

    Reply
  10. Laurie {Simply Scratch} says

    May 30, 2012 at 9:27 am

    I love this!! I bet the flavors are just out of this world!

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