Fried Chickpea & Fresh Vegetable Salad

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    • 6Servings

    Ingredients

    • 6 tablespoons EVOO
    • 1 lemon, zested, plus 2 tbsp. juice
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons sherry vinegar
    • 1 teaspoon sugar
    • 1 clove garlic, chopped
    • 2 large tomatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
    • 2 small cucumbers, such as Persian, cut into 1-inch pieces
    • 1 bunch radishes (about 10), trimmed and quartered
    • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch squares
    • 1 small onion, finely chopped
    • 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons allspice
    • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 15 ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
    • Greek yogurt (optional)

    Preparation

    In a jar, combine 5 tbsp. of the EVOO with the lemon zest and juice, vinegar, sugar and garlic. Screw on the lid; shake to blend. Season the vinaigrette with salt and pepper. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumbers, radishes, bell pepper, onion and cilantro. Toss with the vinaigrette; season. Transfer to a platter; create a well in the center of the salad.

    In a small bowl, combine the allspice, cardamom, cumin and 1/4 teaspoon salt; spread the spices on a large plate. Roll the chickpeas in the spices to coat. In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tbsp. EVOO over medium. Add the chickpeas; fry until warmed through, shaking the pan occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes.

    Spoon the chickpeas into the center of the salad. Dollop with yogurt, if using.