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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad: Fresh, Flavorful & Quick Delight

This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a vibrant dish packed with protein, making it a satisfying lunch or side option.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can Chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium Cucumber or zucchini
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper any color
  • 1 small Red Onion or shallots
  • 1/2 cup Feta Cheese or crumbled tofu for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata Olives pitted and halved
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Extra-Virgin Olive Oil or avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons White Wine Vinegar or apple cider vinegar
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 1/2 medium Lemon Juice or lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon Crushed Red Pepper Flakes optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Jar for dressing
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water to remove excess sodium. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. Chop the cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion into bite-sized pieces. Combine all the vegetables in a mixing bowl.
  3. Crumble in the feta cheese, and season generously with salt and pepper. Stir gently to combine.
  4. In a small jar, combine olive oil, white wine vinegar, chopped parsley, and lemon juice. Shake vigorously until emulsified.
  5. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss until well-coated.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store leftover salad in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze for up to 1 month in a freezer-safe container.

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