Description
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Cucumber Chickpea Feta Lemon salad, a delightful dish perfect for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines crisp cucumbers, hearty chickpeas, and tangy feta cheese, all drizzled with zesty lemon dressing. It’s a quick and healthy option that can be served as a light lunch or as a side dish at picnics and barbecues. Packed with protein and nutrients, this gluten-free and vegetarian recipe is sure to be a crowd-pleaser. Enjoy its bright flavors on warm days or anytime you crave something light yet satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, rinsed
- 2 cups diced cucumber
- ⅓ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- ¼ cup diced red bell pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper until blended.
- Add the rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, chopped red onion, diced red bell pepper, and fresh dill to the bowl.
- Toss gently to combine all ingredients evenly with the dressing.
- Let it chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg