Troy Family Practice, PLLC
Troy, Michigan (248) 813-0124

• 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed
• 3 cups peeled, seeded and diced cucumber
• 2 cups halved grape tomatoes (or cherry tomatoes)
• 1/4 cup crumbled reduce-fat feta cheese
• 1/4 cup diced red onion
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• Freshly ground pepper to taste

Place chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, cheese, onion, olive oil, vinegar and pepper in a medium bowl.  Mix until coated.

Makes 4 servings

This is a great side salad!  Or, eat a double portion for a vegetarian lunch, using the chickpeas as your main source of protein.

• Nutritional information per serving:  Calories 150, Fat 6grams, Saturated fat 1 1/2 grams, Protein 5 1/2 grams, Carbs 20 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Sodium 110 milligrams, Cholesterol 4 1/2 milligrams