Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that’s packed with fresh flavors and wholesome ingredients. This refreshing salad combines protein-rich chickpeas with crisp vegetables like cucumbers, tomatoes, and bell peppers, and is tossed in a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing. Fresh herbs like parsley and a sprinkle of feta cheese add a Mediterranean flair, while olives give it a savory depth. It’s perfect for a light lunch, a side dish at a barbecue, or a meal prep option that keeps well in the fridge.
Ingredients:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- ¼ red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, olives, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Add the crumbled feta cheese and give the salad one more gentle toss to incorporate the cheese without breaking it up too much.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This Mediterranean chickpea salad is perfect on its own or as a side to grilled meats or fish!
