Description
Elevate your meal experience with this vibrant Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Recipe, a perfect blend of fresh vegetables and hearty chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty homemade dressing. Packed with nutrients and protein, this salad is not only delicious but also versatile—ideal for picnics, potlucks, or a refreshing light lunch. With its bright flavors from fresh herbs and a delightful crunch from cucumbers and olives, it’s sure to impress at any gathering. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to whip up in just 20 minutes, making it an excellent choice for busy days. Whether you enjoy it as a standalone meal or pair it with grilled chicken or pita bread, this salad is a wholesome addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 ounces chickpeas
- 1 cucumber
- ½ cup red onion
- 1 pint baby tomatoes
- 6 ounces kalamata olives
- 6 ounces feta cheese
- 1 Tablespoon fresh parsley
- 1 Tablespoon fresh cilantro
- 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
- 2 Tablespoons apple vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together apple vinegar, lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, dried oregano, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, diced cucumber, red onion, halved baby tomatoes, kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese (reserving some for garnish), minced garlic along with parsley and cilantro.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Cover the bowl and chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour to enhance flavors.
- Before serving cold, garnish with reserved feta cheese and extra herbs.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 530mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 10mg