Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this 10-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. This refreshing dish combines protein-packed chickpeas with a colorful medley of fresh vegetables, making it an ideal choice for a light lunch or a side dish at gatherings. Tossed in a zesty homemade dressing, each bite is a delightful explosion of flavor. Perfect for meal prep, this salad stays fresh in the fridge for days, allowing you to enjoy nutritious meals throughout the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15-ounce) cans of chickpeas
- 3/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 2/3 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/3 cup sliced kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, bell pepper, olives, onion, feta cheese, and parsley.
- In a mason jar, mix olive oil, red apple vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Shake well until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until everything is well-coated.
- Serve immediately or let chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg