Description
This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a light, refreshing, and nutrient-packed dish that combines crisp veggies, protein-rich chickpeas, and a tangy dressing. Perfect for a quick lunch, side dish, or even a light dinner, this salad is full of vibrant Mediterranean flavors. With its mix of fresh ingredients like cucumbers, tomatoes, olives, and feta, it’s a wholesome meal that’s both satisfying and full of flavor.
Ingredients
2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
1 cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional for a vegan version)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
1 tsp dried oregano
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, olives, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything together until evenly coated.
- If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Notes
This salad can be easily customized with additional vegetables like roasted red peppers or artichoke hearts for more flavor.
For a vegan version, simply omit the feta or substitute it with a plant-based option.
For extra protein, consider adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or quinoa.
This salad is naturally gluten-free and can be made ahead of time for meal prep.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
