Description
The 10-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that combines the wholesome goodness of chickpeas with crisp vegetables and a zesty homemade dressing. Perfect for summer gatherings or quick lunches, this salad is packed with protein, vitamins, and flavor. With its colorful ingredients like crunchy cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and creamy feta cheese, it not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports a healthy lifestyle. Quick to prepare and versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish, this salad is sure to impress at any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 2/3 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/3 cup sliced kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all salad ingredients in a large bowl.
- In a mason jar, add dressing ingredients, secure the lid, and shake until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Main dish/Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg