Description
Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly balances creamy textures, hearty chickpeas, and the tangy flavor of feta. This Mediterranean-inspired salad is not only quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes—but also packed with protein and healthy fats, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or as a side at gatherings. With its customizable ingredients, you can easily adapt this salad to suit your taste preferences while enjoying a fresh burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado, pitted and diced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- Fresh herbs (optional)
- Lemon juice (for added freshness)
Instructions
- Rinse the canned chickpeas under cold water to remove excess sodium.
- Dice the ripe avocado into small cubes and set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rinsed chickpeas, diced avocado, and crumbled feta cheese. Gently toss until well mixed.
- If desired, add fresh herbs and a squeeze of lemon juice for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately or chill before serving for enhanced taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg