Marinated Chickpea and Tuna Salad

Ingredients

• 2 cups chickpeas, rinsed and drained
• 2 cups red or green bell pepper strips
• 1 cup halved cherry tomatoes
• 1/2 cup sliced celery
• 2 tablespoons sliced green onions
• 1 cup sliced or shredded carrots
• 2 cups tuna (canned or from the salad bar)
• 2 tablespoons regular or garlic-flavored olive oil
• 1/4 cup balsamic or red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon minced fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
• 1/8 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Directions

1. Combine all ingredients in a salad bowl. Refrigerate for 1 hour before serving.

Recipe Yield: Yield: 4 servings

Source: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking
Book Title: Express Lane Diabetic Cooking