Description
Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of the Mediterranean in every bite. Bursting with colorful vegetables, protein-packed chickpeas, and creamy feta cheese, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. In just 15 minutes, you can enjoy a healthy meal that’s perfect for lunch, a side dish at dinner, or a delightful snack. With its bold flavors from fresh herbs and zesty lemon dressing, this salad is an ideal choice for warm days or any occasion that calls for a delicious and nutritious option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, and diced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas; pat dry.
- Finely chop the red onion; halve the cherry tomatoes; peel, seed, and dice the cucumber; halve the Kalamata olives.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, vegetables, feta cheese, parsley, and mint; pour dressing over and gently toss.
- Serve immediately or chill for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg