Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
A refreshing and healthy Mediterranean Chickpea Salad combining protein-rich chickpeas with fresh vegetables and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch or light dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, and feta cheese.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Notes
For added texture, sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top before serving, or serve with warm pita bread on the side.
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