Description
Elevate your summer meals with this vibrant 10-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. Bursting with colorful vegetables and protein-rich chickpeas, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also incredibly nutritious. The zesty homemade dressing ties together the fresh ingredients, making each bite a delightful experience. Perfect as a light main dish or a side that complements any meal, this versatile salad is sure to impress at gatherings or during busy weeknights. Enjoy it chilled, on wraps, or atop greens for a refreshing twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15-ounce) cans chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 3/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 2/3 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup chopped 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
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all salad ingredients.
- In a mason jar, mix dressing ingredients: olive oil, apple vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Shake well until emulsified.
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg