Ingredients

  • 1 cup dried chickpeas (about 5 ounces), soaked overnight and drained
  • 1 medium tomato, cut into 1/2-inch dice
  • 1/2 cup diced cucumber (1/2 inch)
  • 1/2 small red onion, finely diced
  • 1/2 jalapeno, seeded and minced
  • 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried mango powder, optional (see Note)
  • Salt

Method

  • In a large saucepan, cover the chickpeas with 4 inches of water.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until the chickpeas are tender, about 2 hours; drain.
  • In a large bowl, combine the tomato, cucumber, red onion, jalapeno, olive oil, vegetable oil, lemon juice, cumin, cayenne and mango powder.
  • Add the chickpeas and season with salt.
  • Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.