Description
A refreshing and healthy salad bursting with fresh flavors, perfect for a light lunch or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, diced cucumber, crumbled feta cheese, and finely chopped red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Add the chopped fresh parsley and mix gently to incorporate.
- Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Before serving, give the salad a final stir and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve chilled as a side dish or light main course.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Prepare the salad ahead of time, but add the dressing just before serving to prevent the cucumber from becoming soggy.
- Cheese Substitute: Try goat cheese or halloumi instead of feta for a different flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: chickpea salad, cucumber salad, feta salad, mediterranean salad, healthy salad, easy salad, vegetarian salad, quick salad
