I thought I would start off the first recipe of the year with something healthy (for those of you trying to eat healthier in the New Year!) For those of you who aren’t this is still a winner salad that is super easy and is loved by all who have had it.

Right now I am still eating healthy (and give in to pregnancy cravings when needed) but I plan on eating extremely clean once the baby is born. Out of all of my ‘clean’ recipes, this one is for sure a winner, I have it all the time!

This is my favorite lunch, especially during the summer. It is so simple, yet refreshing and really fills you up (thanks to the chickpeas). If you have an event where you have to bring something, trust me, this is always a winner!

Here’s what you will need (for one BIG serving):

One can of chickpeas -drained

1 red pepper-finely chopped

1/2 cucumber -finely chopped

black olives

Feta -if desired (I normally eat it with feta but since I am pregnant, I have it without)

Olive oil

Salt and pepper if desired

I also use fresh dill and lemon zest from time to time to kick it up a notch!

Add it all together in a bowl, drizzle the olive oil on top, season with salt and pepper if desired. I told you it was easy!

I usually make this with naan bread (recipe coming soon), they go wonderfully together.

Let me know what you think! xo