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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
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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