Description
A fresh and healthy Mediterranean chickpea salad packed with vibrant flavors and nutritious ingredients. Perfect for a quick lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and olives.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let flavors meld.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add fresh parsley or mint.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best taste.
- This salad keeps well for up to 2 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Mediterranean chickpea salad, healthy salad, vegetarian recipe