Description
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish filled with vibrant veggies, fresh herbs, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Made with canned chickpeas, crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and briny olives, it’s a perfect side or light lunch that comes together in minutes and tastes even better after chilling.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cucumber (diced)
- ½ red onion (thinly sliced)
- ½ cup Kalamata olives (halved)
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint (optional)
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta cheese, parsley, and mint if using.
- Mix Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Toss and Marinate: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients thoroughly. Let it sit for at least 15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Serve chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing and flavorful dish.
Notes
- This salad keeps well in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Add diced avocado or grilled chicken for a heartier version.
- You can substitute red wine vinegar with balsamic or white wine vinegar if preferred.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
