This easy chickpea and beetroot salad is packed with plant protein and flavor! If you love garlic and lemon, this salad is definitely for you. This make-ahead lunch or side-salad recipe is perfect on its own or served atop your favorite greens.
I love a giant salad heaped with all types of greens and lettuce, but sometimes, I just want a quick hearty salad that doesn’t get soggy when sitting in the fridge and one that is easy to take on the road, camping, or picnicking. This is it! The combination of chickpeas with zesty lemon and bold garlic paired with sweet beets and aromatic parsley is just absolutely yummy. Plus - it’s a quick simple meal-prep.
Using canned chickpeas and ready-to-eat packaged cooked beets, this simple salad can be prepared in under 10 minutes. Our family loves the ease of eating chickpeas from a can; however, if you aren’t into canned foods, you can buy them dried and cook chickpeas yourself. Just remember to soak them and allow the necessary cook time before adding them to the salad.
When looking for chickpeas in a can, you may see them called two different names: chickpeas or garbanzo beans.
Are chickpeas and garbanzo beans the same?
Chickpeas vs. garbanzo beans? The answer is simple. Yes. They are the same. Chickpea is the English term and Garbanzo is the Spanish word for this legume.
Are chickpeas beans?
Chickpeas (or garbanzos) are in the family of legumes, so yes . . . chickpeas are beans. Remember all beans are considered a legume; however, not all legumes are considered beans. So to answer simply, chickpeas (or garbanzos) are in fact beans.
Why are garbanzo beans called chickpeas?
I wish the answer was because raw chickpeas (in the shell) looked like little fuzzy chicks, but alas, that’s not the origin of this cute name. The name “chickpea” is a French term chiche, which comes from the Latin cicer arietinum, meaning “small ram.” Names are weird, and this is definitely one to ponder . . .
Are Garbonzo Beans (a.k.a chickpeas) healthy?
Lots of people ask if chickpeas are good for you, and that answer will always vary depending on people’s preference for eating. Some people prefer diets without beans and legumes, while others, regularly incorporate beans and legumes into their diet. Looking at the nutrition profile, chickpeas are high in plant-based protein and are super versatile prepared in salads, dips, soups, and more. This little legume contains much nutritional value and contains all the essential amino acids. One cup of chickpeas contains almost 15 grams of protein!
In addition to plant-based protein, chickpeas are an excellent source of fiber and minerals, such as magnesium and potassium. Plus - chickpeas are also a rich source of iron. This salad has plant protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants thanks to the beautiful beet.
For more salad ideas (without lettuce) try Roasted Beet, Orange and Mint Salad or Beet and Carrot Raw Slaw.
Looking for more ways to use chickpeas (garbanzos) Beetroot and Garlic Hummus is calling your name.
I hope you enjoy this family favorite recipe as much as we do. Let me know what you think!
Simple Chickpea and Beetroot Salad with Parsley Recipe
Simple Chickpea and Beetroot Salad with Parsley
Ingredients
- 2 cups chick peas (2 canned chick peas equal about 2 cups to 2 1/4 cups- we just use two cans of chick peas)
- 1 cup cooked beets, diced
- 1 cup fresh parsley, coarsely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, raw and minced
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- sea salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In large salad bowl, add chickpeas, parsley, garlic, and salt and pepper.
- Gently toss.
- Add olive oil and lemon juice.
- Gently mix ingredients.
- Add beets and gently toss again.
- Serve fresh or store in air-tight container for up to 3 days in refrigerator. This recipe becomes even more delicious when marinated overnight.
Notes
Serving size varies depending on whether you choose to eat this as a side-dish or main dish. This recipe provides 2 main-dish servings or 4 side-dish servings.
Cooking time is based on ready-to-eat (already cooked) beets; however, if you're roasting beets, you will need to add 25-30 minutes for roasting time. Beets are ready when a knife easily pierces them. For more info on roasting beets, please visit our guide to COOKING AND PREPARING BEETS.
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