Delicious Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad Ready in 10 Minutes
Delight in the vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad, ready in just 10 minutes! This refreshing dish combines protein-packed chickpeas, creamy feta cheese, and crisp vegetables, all tossed in a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a colorful side dish at any gathering, this salad is easily customizable to suit your taste buds. Enjoy the burst of freshness that will invigorate your palate!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace.
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water.
- Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, slice the red onion, and chop the parsley.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Customize by adding diced bell peppers or olives for extra flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.