Fsd - Chickpea Salad

FSD = Fat Smash Diet. Originally posted on the FatSmashForum.com recipes forum by sandyt.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 28  ounces chickpeas
• 1⁄4 cup  balsamic vinegar
• 1⁄4 cup olive oil
• 1 (8 ounce) jar  marinated artichoke hearts
• 4  roma tomatoes (plum)
• 2  garlic cloves
• 1  lb fresh asparagus
•  salt
•  pepper

Directions

1. Wash, cut into small pieces and lightly steam approximately half a bunch of asparagus so it is still crisp. Set aside to cool slightly.
2. Drain can of chickpeas well, then pour into large bowl.
3. Chop tomatoes (not too fine) Press 2 cloves of fresh garlic (Less if you aren't a garlic fan) Add tomatoes and garlic to chickpeas.
4. Chop marinated artichoke hearts into small pieces, add to bowl Add the fresh steamed asparagus to mix.
5. Pour Balsamic Vinegar and Olive Oil over ingredients (as much or as little as you like).
6. Then salt and pepper to your liking.
7. Mix well & Voila! A tasty, fast and high-protein salad that tastes even better the next day after the chickpeas marinate!