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Easy • Vegetarian

Mediterranean Chickpea & Feta Salad

A refreshing, vibrant, and protein-packed salad bursting with Mediterranean flavors.

Prep
15 min
Cook
0 min
Servings
4
Level
Easy
Mediterranean Chickpea & Feta Salad

Light, bright, and incredibly satisfying, this Mediterranean Chickpea & Feta Salad is your new go-to for a healthy lunch or a zesty side dish. Packed with fresh veggies, hearty chickpeas, and salty feta, it’s a burst of sunshine in every bite. It’s also meal-prep friendly and comes together in a snap!

Ingredients

Yield: 4 servings

Salad

  • 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cucumber, seeded and diced
  • 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, halved
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped

Lemon Herb Dressing

  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    In a large bowl, combine the rinsed and drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped parsley.

  2. Step 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

  3. Step 3

    Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently to ensure all components are thoroughly coated.

  4. Step 4

    Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve immediately, or let it chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes for the flavors to meld, which often improves the taste.

Tips

  • For a more substantial meal, serve this salad in pita bread, over a bed of quinoa, or alongside grilled chicken or fish.
  • The salad can be made ahead of time and stores well in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Add feta and parsley just before serving for best presentation.
  • If you don't like raw red onion, soak sliced onions in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain, to reduce their sharpness.

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