Description
Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is a refreshing and nutritious dish that’s perfect for any occasion, from light lunches to summer picnics. This quick and easy salad combines the creamy texture of ripe avocado with tangy feta cheese and hearty chickpeas, resulting in a delightful blend of flavors. Bursting with fresh herbs and zesty lemon, it not only satisfies your taste buds but also delivers a healthy dose of protein and healthy fats. Whether served as a standalone meal or as a colorful side at gatherings, this salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15-ounce) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 ripe avocado, diced
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- For the dressing: olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and gently toss until well combined.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg