Description
A refreshing and flavorful Greek Chickpea Salad combining crisp vegetables, creamy feta, and aromatic herbs in a tangy lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect as a light meal or side dish, this salad comes together quickly and provides a nutritious boost with fiber-rich chickpeas and fresh produce.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- ¼ cup red onion, minced
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, quartered (about 1 pint)
- 1.5 cups cucumbers, quartered
Main Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
Dressing & Seasonings
- ½ tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice (juice of half a lemon)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Prepare Vegetables: Mince the red onion, quarter the cherry tomatoes and cucumbers to bite-sized pieces, ensuring all vegetables are fresh and evenly cut for balance in every bite.
- Rinse Chickpeas: Drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly and rinse them under cold water to reduce sodium and remove canning liquid, then set aside to drain completely.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the chopped vegetables, chickpeas, crumbled feta, and fresh parsley. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, then sprinkle the garlic powder, dried basil, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt over the mixture. Toss everything gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated and well mixed.
- Serve: Chill the salad briefly if desired and serve cold either on its own as a light meal or as a refreshing side dish alongside your favorite protein.
Notes
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
- For a vegan version, omit the feta or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
- Feel free to add olives or diced bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.
- Adjust salt and lemon juice to taste depending on preference and freshness of ingredients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Greek
