Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
This vibrant and healthy salad is packed with protein, fresh vegetables, and zesty flavors, making it a perfect choice for lunch or as a side dish.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 medium bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 medium red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1 medium avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, Kalamata olives, avocado, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later use.
Notes
To keep this salad fresh, store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator, where it will stay delicious for about 3 days. For best flavor, let your salad rest for about ten minutes after mixing before serving. Consider doubling the recipe for larger gatherings.