Pesto Chickpea Salad

4.85 from 32 votes

This creamy and tangy Pesto Chickpea Salad is a quick and easy lunch. Enjoy with crackers, on a sandwich, or on top of a bed of greens.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Total Cost: $3.14 recipe / $0.79 serving

Servings: ¾ cup each

Calories: 363kcal

Author: Beth Moncel

Ingredients

1/4 cup mayonnaise $0.40
1/4 cup basil pesto $1.30
1 Tbsp lemon juice $0.06
1/8 tsp freshly cracked pepper $0.01
2 15oz. cans chickpeas $1.10
1/4 cup red onion $0.10
1/4 cup fresh parsley $0.17

Instructions

Stir together the mayonnaise, pesto, lemon juice, and pepper in a bowl.
Rinse and drain the chickpeas. Roughly chop the parsley. Finely dice the red onions (soak the red onions in cold water for 5 minutes for a milder onion flavor). Add the chickpeas, parsley, and onion to a large bowl.
Pour the dressing over the chickpeas, parsley, and onion. Stir to combine. Serve as is or slightly mash the chickpeas for a thicker consistency. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

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