Ingredients
– 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– 1 bell pepper (any color), diced
– 1 small red onion, finely chopped
– 1/2 cup parsley, chopped
– 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
– 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons lemon juice
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is simplewhen you follow these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Ingredients: Rinse the chickpeas under cold water and drain them.
2. Chop the Vegetables: Dice the cucumber, bell pepper, and onion. Halve the cherry tomatoes and chop the parsley.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, parsley, feta cheese, and olives.
4. Make the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
5. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until everything is well coated.
6. Chill the Salad: For best results, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step allows the flavors to meld together beautifully.
7. Serve: Give the salad a final stir before serving. Adjust the seasoning if necessary, and enjoy!
By following these simple steps, you’ll create a vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean Chickpea Salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 15g