Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
A refreshing Mediterranean chickpea salad packed with protein, fresh herbs, and vibrant flavors. Perfect for summer meals, this dish is easy to prepare and ideal for any occasion.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Whisk
- Airtight container for storage
Ingredients
- 1 can 15 oz chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cucumber diced
- ¼ red onion finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint chopped
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese optional
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly. Pat them dry and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint. Add them to the bowl.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Add crumbled feta cheese if using, and mix lightly.
- Let the salad sit for at least 10-15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.
For extra crunch, add bell peppers or kalamata olives.
Best served cold for a refreshing summer meal.
For extra crunch, add bell peppers or kalamata olives.
Best served cold for a refreshing summer meal.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 28gProtein: 8gFat: 9gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 2.5mg
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