Description
Savor the fresh and vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean Chickpea Salad, a nutritious dish perfect for summer gatherings. It’s light, colorful, and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 small red onion, finely chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse chickpeas and chop tomatoes, cucumber, and onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
- Whisk together lemon juice and olive oil in a small bowl; pour over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; adjust according to preference.
- Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
- Toss again before serving; garnish with extra parsley or feta if desired.
Notes
- For added flavor, include Kalamata olives or bell peppers.
- Swap out feta for avocado for a creamier texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 25mg