Chickpeas with Piquillos, Chorizo, Lemon and Herbs
This Chickpea, Chorizo and Piquillo Pepper Salad recipe is a delicious and healthy dish that features the flavors of lemon and herbs. The combination of fresh herbs, tangy lemon zest, and sweet roasted piquillo peppers creates a unique and flavorful salad that can be served as a side dish or used as a protein source in a larger salad. The chickpeas in this recipe also add a boost of plant-based protein and fiber, making it a satisfying and nutritious option for any meal.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups Zona Legumes Chickpeas (garbanzos)
- 1 Can Zona Vegetables Piquillo Peppers
- 4 oz Palacios Chorizo Original
- I or 2 lemons
- Parsley, Cilantro and Mint, finely chopped
- l/4 cup Olivar Santamaria Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preparation:
STEP 1:
Begin by draining the chickpeas and placing them in a 20cm Terracotta Cazuela. Place the Piquillo Peppers in a separate plate.
STEP 2:
Add the chopped fresh herbs, the zest of one lemon, and the chopped roasted Piquillo Peppers to the bowl.
STEP 3:
Cut the Chorizo in small pieces and add it to the bowl.
STEP 4:
Add the Extra Virgin Olive Oil and toss everything gently to combine.
STEP 5:
Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture and toss everything together.
STEP 6:
Serve the salad as a side dish or use it as a protein source in a salad.
