Recipe: Healthy Salad

HEALTHY SALAD

1 head red cabbage, shredded
1 large red Bermuda onion, sliced thin
1 medium or large cucumber, sliced thin
1 large tomato, sliced thin
1 (1-lb) can chickpeas, drained
1 cup virgin olive oil
1 cup wine vinegar
Salt and pepper to taste

Mix all salad ingredients in a large bowl.

Mix oil and vinegar in a separate bowl and add to salad. Salt and pepper to taste.

Variations: Add lemon juice instead of oil. If you do not like chickpeas or want other beans in the salad feel free to experiment.

Optional spices: Garlic and oregano to taste.