Chickpea Italian chopped salad, salmon bites make perfect dinner for those following a Mediterranean diet.
- Sara Vanden Berge
- Jan 30, 2024
- 1 min read

By Julie Brinkley
I’m continuing my series on healthy eating with two more recipes perfect for those following a Mediterranean diet.
Beans and legumes are a great source of nutrients and this recipe for chickpea Italian chopped salad is a family favorite.
Pair it with a side of tasty salmon bites and you have a perfectly balanced and delicious dinner!
Click here to watch how I make these recipes.
Chickpea Italian chopped salad
1 can garbanzo
1 can white beans
Flat leaf parsley
1 red bell peppers
½ red onion
Banana peppers
Sliced salami
1/2 cup of olive oil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
Juice of one lemon
Salt and pepper to taste
Salmon bites
½ cup almond flour or meal
¼ cup Everything but the Bagel seasoning
½ cup mayo
Juice of ½ lemon
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
Coat salmon with mayonnaise, lemon, Dijon and dredge lightly in dry seasonings.
Bake in air fryer for 12-15 minutes until cooked through and slightly browned. Serve with spicy mayo.









This recipe looks so good — love how fresh and healthy it feels! The combination of the chickpea Italian chopped salad with those salmon bites sounds perfect for keeping meals both tasty and aligned with a Mediterranean diet.
I’ve been trying to eat better lately and even checked out some Beachbody reviews for workout and nutrition ideas, so seeing meals like this gives me a lot of inspiration for balanced dinners after a good sweat. Definitely saving this one to try!