Puerto Rican Chickpea Salad

A tasty example of what Latin food has to offer. It is not only really tasty but also healthy and very easy to prepare. Enjoy! From Healthy Latin Cooking by Steven Raichlenand posted on Balticmaid,

• Ready In: 15 mins
• Yields: 4-6

Ingredients

•  chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 2  celery ribs, chopped
• 1⁄2 red bell pepper, chopped
•  red onion, chopped
• 1 -2  garlic clove, grated
• 3  tablespoons  chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 -2  tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 -2  tablespoon lime juice
• 2  teaspoons olive oil
• 1  teaspoon ground cumin (or more according to taste)
•  salt
•  pepper

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, celery, bell peppers, onion, garlic, and cilantro. Season with vinegar, lime juice, olive oil, cumin, and salt and pepper. Combine all ingredients well and adjust the seasoning if necessary.