Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a fresh, flavorful dish made with chickpeas, crisp vegetables, feta cheese, and a bright citrus vinaigrette.
Ingredients
- 2 cans chickpeas, drained
- 1 cup cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbles
- ½ cup red onion, diced
- ½ cup kalamata olives
- ¼ cup parsley, chopped
- 1 cup citrus vinaigrette
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, red onion, olives, and parsley.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to blend.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature as a light main dish or side salad.
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Notes
- Drain the Chickpeas Well: Make sure the chickpeas are fully drained to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
- Chill for Best Flavor: Letting the salad rest in the refrigerator helps the vinaigrette soak into the chickpeas and vegetables.
- Adjust the Dressing: If the salad sits for a while, give it a quick toss before serving and add a splash of vinaigrette if needed.
- Cut Evenly: Dicing the vegetables into similar sized pieces helps create a balanced bite in every spoonful.
- Serve Flexible: This salad works well as a side, light lunch, or base for added protein.
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