Mediterranean Chopped Salad
A refreshing Mediterranean Chopped Salad loaded with vibrant vegetables, chickpeas, and feta cheese, tossed in a light vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 cup Cucumber, chopped
- 1 cup Tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup Red onion, chopped
- 1 cup Bell pepper, chopped
- 1/2 cup Olives, sliced
- 1/2 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 can Chickpeas, drained Canned chickpeas are a great time-saver.
Vinaigrette Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1/4 cup Fresh parsley, chopped For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Chop the cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, bell pepper, and olives into small pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped vegetables with the drained chickpeas and crumbled feta cheese.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to create your vinaigrette.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad and toss everything gently to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Enjoy this salad as a stand-alone dish or alongside grilled meats or wraps. To store leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator but consume within two days for best quality.