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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Printer Friendly Ingredients 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed & drained              2 cloves garlic 3 plump tomatoes, chopped                                                   3 T. lemon juice 2 roasted red peppers, chopped                             1 ½ tsp. extra-virgin olive oil ½ sm. red onion, quartered & sliced thin 1 ½ tsp. flaxseed oil 2 T. chopped parsley salt to taste   Directions In a large bowl, combine all ingredients in order.  Toss to coat well. Let stand for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.   Healthy Twist:  Top the salad with 6 Tbsp of feta cheese for a tangy, creamy taste, plus a calcium boosting benefit. Nutrition Facts Serving Size  Servings Per Container 8 Amount Per Serving Calories  Calories From Fat  % Daily Value * Total Fat  Saturated Fat  Trans Fat    Cholesterol  Sodium  Total Carbohydrate  Dietary Fiber  Sugars  Protein    Vitamin A   % • Vitamin C   % Calcium  % • Iron  % * Percentage Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:   Calories 2,000 2,2500 Total Fat Less than 65g 80g    Saturated Fat Less than 20g 25g Cholesterol Less than 300mg 300mg Sodium Less than 2,400mg 2,400mg Total Carbohydrate   300g 375g    Dietary Fiber   25g 30g Calories per gram:       Fat 9   •   Carbohydrate 4   •   Protein 4