Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

A vibrant and refreshing salad packed with protein-rich chickpeas, colorful vegetables, and a bright lemon-olive oil dressing, perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 320

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed Use canned for convenience or soak and cook dried for a fresher taste.
1 ripe avocado, diced Add just before serving to prevent browning.
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved These add a sweet burst of flavor.
1 medium cucumber, diced Scoop out seeds for a crunchier salad.
½ cup crumbled feta cheese Gives a creamy texture.
¼ cup finely diced red onion Can be adjusted to taste.
¼ cup chopped fresh parsley Fresh herbs enhance flavor.
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint (or basil) Customize with your preferred herb.
½ cup Kalamata olives, halved Optional, for an extra Mediterranean touch.

Dressing

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon) Add more for desired tanginess.
1 clove garlic, minced Adjust based on garlic preference.
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard Helps emulsify the dressing.
½ teaspoon dried oregano
¼ teaspoon salt Adjust according to taste.
to taste freshly ground black pepper

Method

Preparation

Drain and rinse the chickpeas well, shaking off excess water.
Dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Finely dice the red onion and chop the fresh herbs. If meal prepping, hold off on the avocado.

Make the Dressing

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, oregano, salt, and pepper until smooth.
Taste and adjust salt as necessary.

Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, feta, and herbs.
Pour the dressing over and toss gently until everything is coated.
Add the avocado and olives just before serving.

Serve or Store

Serve the salad as-is, over greens, or with warm pita.
For meal prep, store the salad and avocado separately in airtight containers.

Notes

For enhanced flavor, allow the salad to come to room temperature before serving. This dish is perfect for meal prep and can be customized with various herbs or vegetables.