Moroccan Chickpea Zucchini Salad Africa Recipes

MEDITERRANEAN ZUCCHINI AND CHICKPEA SALAD

Chopped zucchini, chickpeas, tomatoes, and fresh basil in a light balsamic dressing. Or you can use red wine vinegar! Makes a great side dish or light lunch. Not necessary, but best if chilled at least a couple hours to let flavors blend.

Provided by ChristineM

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad image

Steps:

Mix zucchini, chickpeas, tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion, feta, Kalamata olives, olive oil, basil, vinegar, rosemary, capers, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 514.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

Ingredients

2 cups diced zucchini
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia®)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup chopped Kalamata olives
⅓ cup olive oil
⅓ cup packed fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried Greek oregano
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
salt and ground black pepper to taste

EASY MOROCCAN CHICKPEA STEW

When I'm invited to a potluck, I easily double or triple this healthy vegetarian recipe to treat the crowd to an exotic dish of enticing, bold flavors. -Heather Demeritte, Scottsdale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

Easy Moroccan Chickpea Stew image

Steps:

In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add squash, onion and red pepper; cook and stir until onion is translucent and red pepper is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in seasonings until blended., Add chickpeas, tomatoes and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until squash is tender, about 8 minutes. If desired, top with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 217 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 455mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 cups cubed peeled butternut squash (1/2-inch cubes)
1 large onion, chopped
1 large sweet red pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas or garbanzo beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup water
Chopped cilantro, optional

MOROCCAN CHICKPEA SALAD

An inexpensive, healthy salad with north african flavors. Quick to make and great to pack for lunches.

Provided by maisypjh

Categories Beans

Time 5m

Yield 2 , 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Moroccan Chickpea Salad image

Steps:

Combine all ingredients.
Chill.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229.3, Fat 8.1, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 465.5, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 7.8, Protein 5.8

Ingredients

7 ounces chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 carrot, grated
2 tablespoons onions, minced
2 tablespoons raisins, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cumin
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon black pepper