CHICKPEA - APPLE SALAD

 Chickpea is another word for garbanzo bean. They are a healthy addition to a diabetic's diet. I suggest this salad as a side to a protein item.

2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp lime juice
2 green onions, chopped fine
3 tbsp chopped fresh chives
3 tbsp chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 can (6-oz) chickpeas, drained
2 large red apples, unpeeled and chopped
salt to taste
freshly ground black pepper to taste

In a large mixing bowl, combine all ingredients except the salt, pepper, chickpeas and apples. Whisk until well blended. Add the chickpeas and apples and toss to combine. Add salt and pepper to suit your taste.

Yield: 4 servings

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