Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Looking for a vibrant, nutritious dish that’s quick to prepare? This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is packed with crisp vegetables, hearty chickpeas, and a zesty dressing that brings it all together. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this salad is not only delicious but also versatile—enjoy it as a light meal or a satisfying side dish.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Tossing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
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 cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
- 3.5 ounces feta cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then add to a large bowl.
- Chop the cucumbers, red onion, red bell pepper, and halve the cherry tomatoes; add them to the bowl.
- Add fresh oregano, parsley, Kalamata olives, and feta cheese if using.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until well combined.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 308
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 410mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 16mg
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