Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a refreshing and vibrant salad that comes together in just 10 minutes, making it the perfect choice for busy weekdays or festive gatherings. This protein-packed dish features hearty chickpeas, creamy feta cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, all tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette that tantalizes the taste buds. Enjoy it as a standalone lunch, side dish at potlucks, or even as a filling for wraps. Its versatility and delightful flavors make it an ideal addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped red onion, and parsley. Gently toss to mix.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for about 15–20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg