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Garlicky Tomatoes & Chickpeas with Crunchy Cabbage

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Garlicky Tomatoes & Chickpeas with Crunchy Cabbage

AuthorChester County Food BankCategory

Showcase delicious summer tomatoes in this satisfyingly crunchy salad.

Yields4 Servings
 1 cup cooked chickpeas
 3-4 garlic cloves, finely minced
 1-2 medium tomatoes (any variety) chopped
 2-3 scallions, thinly sliced
 ½ cup fresh herbs (basil or parsley), finely chopped
 1-2 hot peppers, finely chopped (optional)
 ½ head cabbage, thinly shredded
Vinaigrette
 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
 ¼ cup vinegar (your favorite)
 Salt and pepper to taste
1

Prepare chickpeas if using dried. Rinse and drain canned chickpeas.

2

Mix cooked chickpeas with minced garlic in a medium bowl and set aside to marinate.

3

Prepare tomatoes, scallions, fresh herbs, and hot peppers (if using) and toss in a large bowl to combine.

4

In a separate bowl or jar, make the vinaigrette.

5

Shred the cabbage and place in a serving bowl.

6

Toss cabbage with vinaigrette, reserving some vinaigrette.

7

Combine the garlic chickpeas and tomato mixture with the remaining vinaigrette and pour over shredded cabbage.

8

Adjust seasonings and enjoy!

Ingredients

 1 cup cooked chickpeas
 3-4 garlic cloves, finely minced
 1-2 medium tomatoes (any variety) chopped
 2-3 scallions, thinly sliced
 ½ cup fresh herbs (basil or parsley), finely chopped
 1-2 hot peppers, finely chopped (optional)
 ½ head cabbage, thinly shredded
Vinaigrette
 2-3 tablespoons olive oil
 ¼ cup vinegar (your favorite)
 Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1

Prepare chickpeas if using dried. Rinse and drain canned chickpeas.

2

Mix cooked chickpeas with minced garlic in a medium bowl and set aside to marinate.

3

Prepare tomatoes, scallions, fresh herbs, and hot peppers (if using) and toss in a large bowl to combine.

4

In a separate bowl or jar, make the vinaigrette.

5

Shred the cabbage and place in a serving bowl.

6

Toss cabbage with vinaigrette, reserving some vinaigrette.

7

Combine the garlic chickpeas and tomato mixture with the remaining vinaigrette and pour over shredded cabbage.

8

Adjust seasonings and enjoy!

Garlicky Tomatoes & Chickpeas with Crunchy Cabbage

Additional Notes

Serve leftovers over pasta for a new take on pasta salad.