Description
Chickpea Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that brings together the best of summer’s bounty. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, this salad is perfect for any occasion—be it a quick lunch, a side dish at dinner, or a healthy snack. Combining protein-packed chickpeas with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese, this salad is as easy to prepare as it is delicious. In just 10 minutes, you can whip up a wholesome meal that will leave you feeling satisfied and energized. Customize it with your favorite veggies for an added twist!
Ingredients
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- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 Tbsp lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)
- 1 garlic clove (minced)
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 English cucumber (sliced)
- 15 oz chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1/2 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 avocado (sliced)
- 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
- 4 oz feta cheese (diced)
Instructions
- Prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumber, chickpeas, red onion, avocado, cilantro, and feta cheese. Toss gently.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg