MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD
This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is fresh, vibrant, and packed with healthy veggies, chickpeas, herbs, and a zesty lemon dressing. It’s perfect for light lunches, meal prep, potlucks, or a colorful side dish everyone will love.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 cans 15 oz each chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
- 1 cucumber diced
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- ¼ red onion finely chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint chopped (optional)
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 garlic clove minced
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Prep Ingredients: Add chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, feta, parsley, and mint to a large bowl.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve: Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Best made ahead; flavors develop in the fridge.
- Customizing the Flavor: Add olives, artichokes, or avocado (if you like).
- Serving Suggestions: Serve with grilled chicken, pita bread, or as a main salad.
- Allergy-Friendly Options: Omit feta for dairy-free.
- Storage Tips: Keeps well refrigerated for 3 days in an airtight container.