Description
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that marries the classic flavors of a Greek salad with the hearty goodness of chickpeas. This refreshing salad is not only quick to prepare but also versatile enough to serve as a light meal, picnic fare, or a delightful side at gatherings. Packed with protein, fresh vegetables, and zesty herbs, each bite bursts with flavor. Perfect for any occasion, this Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is sure to impress your family and friends while fitting seamlessly into your healthy eating routine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 2 mini cucumbers (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon red onion (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
- 1 cup little tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 3.5 ounces feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water and add them to a large salad bowl.
- Chop the mini cucumbers, red onion, oregano, parsley, red bell pepper, and little tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and add them to the bowl.
- Gently mix in the Kalamata olives and crumble the feta cheese on top.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper; pour over the salad.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients and season to taste before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg