Herb-Marinated Veggie & Chickpea Salad

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This herb-marinated veggie-and-chickpea salad is a refreshing, no-cook dish packed with fresh flavors. It brings together crisp raw vegetables and fiber-rich chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty herb dressing that infuses every bite. Since it requires no stove or oven time, it’s perfect for warm days, meal prep or busy weeknights when you want something quick.

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Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food Stylist: Sammy Mila, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek.

Ingredients for a salad, including lettuce, chickpeas, tomato, lemon, onion, and various herbs

Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food Stylist: Sammy Mila, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek.

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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley, plus more for garnish

  • 2 teaspoons chopped fresh thyme

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 medium tomato, chopped

  • 1 medium red bell pepper, stems and seeds removed, roughly chopped

  • ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion

  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can no-salt-added chickpeas, rinsed

  • 5 cups roughly chopped romaine lettuce

  • 2 cups shredded green cabbage

  • cup shaved Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Whisk 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 teaspoon mustard, ¼ teaspoon salt and ¼ teaspoon pepper together in a large bowl until smooth. Add ¼ cup parsley and 2 teaspoons thyme; whisk to combine. Slowly drizzle in ¼ cup oil while continuing to whisk until well combined. Add chopped tomato, chopped bell pepper, ¼ cup onion and the rinsed chickpeas; toss well. Let marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes and up to 1 hour.

    Herb dressing being prepared in a bowl with a whisk and olive oil being added

    Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food Stylist: Sammy Mila, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek.

  2. When ready to serve, add 5 cups lettuce and 2 cups cabbage to the bowl; toss well to combine. Divide the salad among 4 bowls; top with ⅓ cup Parmesan. Garnish with additional parsley, if desired.

    A bowl of salad with mixed greens, chickpeas, tomatoes, and onions, a serving spoon resting in the bowl

    Photographer: Jacob Fox, Food Stylist: Sammy Mila, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek.

EatingWell.com, June 2025

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

300 Calories
18g Fat
28g Carbs
10g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size 2 cups
Calories 300
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 28g 10%
Dietary Fiber 8g 30%
Total Sugars 8g
Added Sugars 0g 0%
Protein 10g 20%
Total Fat 18g 23%
Saturated Fat 3g 17%
Cholesterol 7mg 2%
Vitamin A 357µg
Vitamin C 67mg 75%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 3mg 20%
Folate 230µg
Vitamin K 167µg
Sodium 338mg 15%
Calcium 153mg 12%
Iron 3mg 18%
Magnesium 58mg 14%
Potassium 601mg 13%
Zinc 2mg 16%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.