Italian Salad with Crispy Herb Roasted Chickpeas

Italian Salad with Crispy Herb Roasted Chickpeas

Crispy roasted chickpeas and a lemony vinaigrette make this simple Italian side salad something special.

§  Prep Time: 10 minutes

§  Cook Time: 35 minutes

§  Total Time: 45 minutes

§  Yield: 4-6 servings

Ingredients

For the Herb Roasted Chickpeas:

§  1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed, drained and dried well

§  1 tablespoon grapeseed oil

§  1 1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning

§  Salt and pepper to taste

For the Lemon Caper Vinaigrette:

§  6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

§  2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

§  2 tablespoons capers

§  1 small clove garlic

§  Pinch of sugar

§  Salt and pepper to taste

For the salad:

§  1 (5-ounce) package baby romaine lettuce

§  1 cup halved grape tomatoes

§  3/4 cup sliced cucumbers

§  1/2 cup thinly sliced red onions

§  1/3 cup sliced black olives

Instructions

To make the chickpeas:

1.      Preheat oven to 400ºF and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

2.       Toss the chickpeas with the oil, Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Transfer them to the prepared baking sheet and roast, stirring once or twice during cooking time, until lightly browned and crispy on the exterior, about 35 minutes. Remove from the oven and set aside.

To make the vinaigrette:

1.      While the chickpeas are roasting, make the dressing. Combine all of the ingredients in a mini-blender or food processor and blend until smooth.

To assemble the salad:

1.      Divide the greens onto 4 plates, then divide the remaining salad ingredients and chickpeas onto the greens. Drizzle with dressing and serve.

Notes

The key to perfectly roasted chickpeas is to make sure they’re dry before tossing them in oil. Let them sit in a colander for a few minutes to drain off any excess water, then pat them dry with paper towels.

About Campbell’s Organic

Not all soups are created equal! As you might guess from the name, Campbell’s Organic line of soups is made from certified organic produce (and no preservatives!), so it’s full of fresh flavors. And bonus: 4 of the varieties they offer are vegetarian! We love the Sun-Ripened Tomato & Basil Bisque with this Italian salad, but it’s also perfect with a classic grilled cheese. Other flavors include Garden Vegetable with Herbs, Lentil, and Creamy Butternut Squash. Hello lunch!

Source  https://ohmyveggies.com

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