Description
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors in every bite. Bursting with crunchy vegetables, creamy feta, and a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a quick lunch option. Whip it up in just minutes for a nutritious meal that delights your taste buds and impresses your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) low-sodium chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse canned chickpeas under cold water in a colander until clean. Drain well.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine diced cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion.
- Add chopped parsley and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and gently fold until well combined.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature on a platter or in individual bowls.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating roasted bell peppers or olives. To make it vegan-friendly, omit feta or substitute with avocado or tofu. This salad can be prepared a day in advance; the flavors improve as they meld together.