Summer Nectarine and Chickpea Salad With Basil Vinaigrette

Summer Nectarine and Chickpea Salad With Basil Vinaigrette

Nectarines, though any stone fruit can be substituted in this summery salad from The Plant-Based 5 Ingredient Cookbook, are bound together with juicy tomatoes and nutty, creamy chickpeas by way of herby basil, fresh lemon juice, and olive oil. The kick of heat from the jalapeño is a welcome contrast against the sweet fruit and lightly acidic tomatoes.

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A decent blanket, plenty of napkins, good libations and, most of all, a bountiful selection of delicious homemade things make for the best picnic.