In recent years, legumes have regained a central place in our diet. Chickpeas and beans are nutritionally valuable foods: rich in fiber, plant-based proteins, B vitamins, and minerals such as iron, potassium, and magnesium.

This is why they are increasingly featured in nutritional recommendations.

Buying pre-boiled legumes makes them easier to bring to the table, as they require no preparation time, without sacrificing their benefits.

The range of naturally boiled legumes BioAlberti includes chickpeas, borlotti beans, and cannellini beans.

They are perfect for a salad, for a quick and healthy meal, particularly convenient and versatile in summer, ready to enjoy! Here's a delicious idea for a quick and fresh dish.

Chickpea Salad with Cherry Tomatoes and Olives

Ingredients for two people

• 300 g boiled chickpeas BioAlberti

• 300 g cherry tomatoes

• 100 g cucumbers

• 50 g onion

• 50 g black olives

• 10 basil leaves

• Extra virgin olive oil

• Salt

• White wine vinegar (optional)

Peel the onion and slice it thinly with a sharp knife or a mandolin. Place the well-drained chickpeas in a salad bowl and add the washed, dried, and sliced ​​tomatoes.

Add the pitted olives, onions, and washed and thinly sliced ​​cucumber.

Flavor with a few whole basil leaves if they're small, or torn by hand if they're larger.

Season with a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, a little freshly ground pepper, and a pinch of salt.

If desired, add a splash of white wine vinegar. Toss well and let simmer for a few minutes.