Smoky Paprika Chickpea Salad Recipe
Looking for a quick chickpea salad recipe packed with flavour? This Smoky Paprika Chickpea Salad is the answer. Featuring La Chinata Hot Smoked Paprika, fresh vegetables, and a lemony rapeseed oil dressing, this vibrant dish is perfect for summer dining. Whether you're prepping for a barbecue, a picnic, or a light weekday lunch, this salad delivers bold taste with minimal effort.
Ingredients:
- 1 can (400g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- 10 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons Hillfarm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil
- 1 teaspoon La Chinata Hot Smoked Paprika
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Maldon salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Method:
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the Hillfarm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil, La Chinata Hot Smoked Paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss to combine.
- Let the salad sit for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavours to meld.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
The Ultimate Summer Chickpea Salad: Why It Works & How to Serve It
This smoky paprika chickpea salad is a versatile, wholesome option for any summer occasion. Whether you're planning a healthy picnic lunch, firing up the BBQ, or prepping weekday meals, this salad brings together plant-based protein, bold smoky flavour, and fresh seasonal vegetables with minimal fuss. Thanks to its vegan and gluten-free ingredients, it suits a range of dietary needs, making it a go-to recipe for gatherings and family meals.
Serve it alongside grilled halloumi, barbecued chicken, or keep things plant-based with flatbreads and a generous scoop of hummus. Add a crisp glass of white wine or sparkling water with lemon for the perfect warm-weather pairing. It’s ideal for meal prep too, just store it in the fridge and enjoy it chilled throughout the week.
With a base of chickpeas, cucumber, red pepper, cherry tomatoes and a bold dressing made from La Chinata Hot Smoked Paprika and Hillfarm Cold Pressed Rapeseed Oil, this salad is not only full of flavour but also made with simple store-cupboard ingredients. It’s ready in under 20 minutes, making it one of the best easy chickpea salad recipes for summer.
Whether you're planning your next outdoor feast, putting together a quick lunch, or need a healthy BBQ side dish, this chickpea salad is a fresh, fuss-free favourite that doesn’t compromise on taste.