Description
A fresh and vibrant Mediterranean Chickpea Salad combining crunchy vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. This easy no-cook salad is perfect as a light lunch or a side dish, offering a nutritious and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
- Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tbsp)
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Chop the cherry tomatoes in half, dice the cucumber, finely chop the red onion, and roughly chop the fresh parsley into bite-sized pieces.
- Combine Salad Components: In a large bowl, mix together the rinsed chickpeas, halved tomatoes, diced cucumber, chopped red onion, chopped parsley, and crumbled feta cheese. Stir gently to evenly distribute the ingredients without breaking up the feta.
- Add Dressing and Season: Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice evenly over the salad mixture. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Toss the salad carefully until all ingredients are well coated with the dressing.
- Chill and Serve: For the best flavor, cover the salad and allow it to rest in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes so the flavors meld together beautifully. Serve chilled as a refreshing and healthy dish.
Notes
- Can be made a few hours ahead for deeper flavor infusion.
- Use low-fat feta for a lighter version.
- Add chopped olives or bell peppers for extra Mediterranean flair.
- Serve with pita bread or as a side to grilled meats for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
