A chickpea salad garnished with lemons.
INGREDIENTS (for 2 servings):
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 2 teaspoons olive oil
- 1 (16 ounce) can garbanzo beans (chickpeas), drained and rinsed
- 1 tomato, chopped
- 1/3 onion, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cider vinegar (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1 pinch ground black pepper
- 1/2 lemon, sliced
PREPARATION:
Mix the garlic and olive oil in a small microwave-safe bowl. Cook 15 seconds in the microwave on High, or just until warm.
In a large bowl, toss together the garlic and olive oil, garbanzo beans, tomato, onion, and vinegar. Season with salt and pepper, and garnish with lemon slices. Cover and chill until serving.