Chickpea Caprese Salad
This Chickpea Caprese Salad is fresh, colorful, and packed with juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, hearty chickpeas, and fragrant basil. Tossed with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and simple seasonings, it comes together in minutes and makes an easy side dish, light lunch, or potluck favorite.
Servings 5
Ingredients
- 2 15 oz cans chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes halved
- 8 oz fresh mozzarella pearls drained
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves torn or thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp balsamic glaze optional
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Add the chickpeas, tomatoes, mozzarella, and basil to a large bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
- Toss gently until everything is evenly coated. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze, if desired, and serve immediately.
