Description
This Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad is a vibrant, fresh, and nutritious no-cook dish that combines protein-packed chickpeas with crisp vegetables, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing. Perfect as a light meal or a refreshing side dish, it’s easy to prepare and bursting with classic Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine the salad ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed and drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, crumbled feta cheese, and sliced olives.
- Prepare the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended to form a flavorful dressing.
- Add dressing to salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture in the large bowl.
- Toss the salad: Gently mix all the ingredients using a large spoon or spatula to ensure the dressing evenly coats all salad components.
- Add fresh herbs: Sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley and mint over the salad and toss gently to combine and distribute the herbs.
- Adjust seasoning: Taste the salad and add more salt and pepper if necessary to suit your preference.
- Let flavors meld: Allow the salad to sit for at least 15 minutes at room temperature so the flavors can blend beautifully.
- Serve and enjoy: Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or a light, healthy meal.
Notes
- For extra protein, add grilled chicken or tuna.
- Use kalamata olives for an authentic Mediterranean flavor.
- Chill the salad before serving for a more refreshing taste.
- Adjust the amounts of fresh herbs according to preference.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
