Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad
Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish that brings the flavors of the Mediterranean right to your table. Bursting with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and creamy feta, this salad is drizzled with a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, it’s a crowd-pleaser that combines nutrition and taste in every bite. Easy to prepare and even better when made ahead, this salad will brighten up any meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 28 minute
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, sliced red onion, and crumbled feta.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
- Drizzle the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- For optimal flavor fusion, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: Customize your salad by adding diced avocado or swapping feta for goat cheese. Fresh herbs like parsley or mint can add an extra layer of flavor. This salad can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.