Greek Chickpea Salad
A refreshing and nutritious salad combining chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and feta cheese, perfect for light meals or as a side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red onion, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Can be substituted with a plant-based alternative for vegans.
Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, olives, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
- Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
The salad can be made ahead of time for increased flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days. Add a splash of olive oil or lemon juice if it gets dry.