Description
Brighten your day with this refreshing Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad, featuring vibrant ingredients that create a delightful burst of flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Pat dry with a towel.
- Chop the cherry tomatoes in half and dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, crumbled feta cheese, parsley, and mint. Gently toss together.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad mixture. Toss again until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust as needed for flavor.
- Serve immediately or chill in the fridge for about an hour to allow flavors to meld.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added protein, consider including grilled chicken or quinoa. Customize your salad by adding bell peppers or avocado for extra crunch and creaminess. To keep it fresh, avoid adding dressing until ready to serve if storing leftovers.