Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad
Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is a vibrant and delicious dish that combines creamy avocado, tangy feta, and crunchy chickpeas for a refreshing taste. This salad is not only easy to make but also perfect for any occasion, from casual lunches to elegant dinner parties. Bursting with fresh flavors and textures, it’s a crowd-pleaser that will elevate your meal prep or gathering. Enjoy it as a light lunch or serve it as an impressive side dish!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 ripe avocados, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly.
- Chop the cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and herbs into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mash the avocados until creamy but chunky.
- Crumble feta cheese over the mashed avocado and mix gently.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, chopped veggies, herbs, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or chill briefly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: - For added protein, consider incorporating grilled chicken or swapping feta for goat cheese. - To keep avocados from browning, squeeze some lemon juice over them just before serving.