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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

This delicious Mediterranean Chickpea Salad combines fresh vegetables, chickpeas, and feta for a vibrant and healthy dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

  • 2 15.5-oz. cans chickpeas, drained, rinsed
  • 1 medium cucumber, sliced into quarter-moons
  • 1 number red bell pepper, seeds and ribs removed, finely chopped
  • 1/2 number red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta (about 3 oz.)
  • 1/2 cup halved pitted Kalamata olives
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup white wine vinegar
  • 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes

Equipment

  • Large bowl
  • Jar with lid

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, toss chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, feta, and olives; season with salt and black pepper.
  2. In a jar with a lid, combine oil, vinegar, parsley, lemon juice, and red pepper flakes. Seal jar and shake until emulsified; season with salt and black pepper.
  3. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat just before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize your salad by adding ingredients like diced avocado or grilled chicken for extra flavor and nutrition.

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