Description
A vibrant, nutrient-packed Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad ready in just 15 minutes. Loaded with plant-based protein, fiber, antioxidants, and fresh Mediterranean flavors for a refreshing and heart-healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 4 oz crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 cup halved Kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, tomatoes, feta, and Kalamata olives in a large bowl.
- Add chopped parsley and distribute evenly.
- Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour dressing over salad and toss gently.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve immediately or chill 20–30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
Notes
For best results, chill the salad before serving. Rinse chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess sodium.
- Prep Time: 12 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/4 cups
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Mediterranean chickpea salad, feta salad, healthy salad, high fiber salad, chickpea recipe