This no-fuss, no-cook salad makes a quick yet satisfying lunch.
Chickpeas are high in raffinose, a form of soluble fiber, which, when broken down through digestion, may help reduce inflammation and promote regularity.1
This Mediterranean diet recipe is gluten-free and vegetarian.
Makes 4 servings
What you’ll need
- 1 ½ cups cucumber
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 ½ cups cherry tomatoes
- 1 avocado
- 14 oz. (400 g) canned chickpeas, no added salt
- ¼ cup fresh mint
- ¼ cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
- ½ cup feta
- ½ lemon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Directions
1. Dice the cucumber, red bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and avocado and add to a large salad bowl.
2. Drain the chickpeas and finely chop the mint and parsley. Add both ingredients to the bowl.
3. Crumble the feta and squeeze the lemon over the bowl.
4. Add the salt and olive oil, and gently toss to combine.
1https://nutritionsource.hsph.harvard.edu/food-features/chickpeas-garbanzo-beans/
Oshi is your partner in digestive health
Feel like your digestive concerns are running your life? You’re not alone—and we’re here to help you find lasting relief.
Oshi Health GI providers, gut-brain specialists, and registered dietitians work together to address the root cause of your symptoms and find solutions that actually work for you.
Whether you’re dealing with chronic digestive issues or unpredictable symptom flare-ups, our GI specialists deliver:
✔ Personalized care plans tailored to your lifestyle
✔ Science-backed strategies to calm your gut
✔ Compassionate, whole-person care
✔ And so much more!
Ready to take control of your gut health?