Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of our Best Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad Recipe, a quick and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This refreshing salad combines the earthiness of chickpeas with the tangy notes of feta cheese, complemented by fresh vegetables and herbs. Not only is it easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, but it also makes an excellent choice for meal prep, keeping well in the fridge for several days. Whether served as a light lunch, a side at dinner gatherings, or packed for a picnic, this salad is both satisfying and wholesome.
Ingredients
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- 2 cans Chickpeas (15-ounce cans, drained and rinsed)
- 0.5 cup Red Onion (finely chopped)
- 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes (halved)
- 1 Cucumber (peeled, seeded, and diced)
- 0.5 cup Kalamata Olives (pitted and halved)
- 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
- 0.25 cup Fresh Mint (chopped)
- 0.25 cup Olive Oil (extra virgin preferred)
- 3 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- Salt and Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Wash and prepare all vegetables: chop red onion, halve cherry tomatoes, peel, seed, and dice cucumber.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained chickpeas with prepared vegetables, olives, crumbled feta cheese, parsley, and mint; toss gently.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture; toss gently to coat evenly. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg