Healthy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Experience the vibrant flavors of our Healthy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad, a perfect blend of crunchy vegetables and hearty chickpeas. This refreshing salad combines ripe cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and zesty dressing to create a dish that dazzles the palate. Ideal for any occasion, it can be served as a main or side dish. Quick and easy to prepare, this salad will leave your friends and family begging for seconds!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) organic chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare vegetables: Dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes.
- 2. Mix chickpeas: In a large bowl, combine rinsed chickpeas with parsley and red onion; stir well.
- 3. Add veggies: Gently fold in cucumber and cherry tomatoes.
- 4. Create dressing: Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- 5. Combine: Drizzle dressing over salad mixture; toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- 6. Chill: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use fresh herbs for enhanced flavor. Experiment by swapping chickpeas for black beans or adding roasted red peppers. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.