Description
A light and refreshing Chickpea Feta Cucumber Salad perfect for healthy meal prep. This Mediterranean-inspired salad combines protein-rich chickpeas, tangy feta cheese, crisp cucumbers, and a zesty lemon and herb dressing for a satisfying and nutritious dish that can be enjoyed as a side or a main meal.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can Chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup Feta Cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 cup Red Onion (diced)
- 1 large English Cucumber (diced)
- Fresh Herbs (like basil or mint), to taste
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup Olive or Avocado Oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
- 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
- 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- Salt, to taste
- Black Pepper, to taste
- Dried Oregano, Garlic, and Parsley (for seasoning), to taste
Instructions
- Mix the Dressing: In a mixing bowl or mason jar, combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice and zest, Dijon mustard, dried oregano, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk vigorously or shake well until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
- Prepare Salad Ingredients: Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess sodium and liquid. Dice the English cucumber and red onion finely. Crumble the feta cheese using your hands or a fork. Chop fresh herbs like basil or mint if using.
- Combine Salad: In a large bowl, add the chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced red onion, crumbled feta, and chopped fresh herbs. Pour the prepared dressing over the mixture and toss gently but thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Chill the Salad: Cover the salad bowl with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow flavors to meld and the salad to chill before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, let the salad chill for a full 2 hours or overnight.
- Add more fresh herbs like parsley or dill for added freshness.
- This salad keeps well refrigerated for up to 3 days, making it great for meal prep.
- Use avocado oil for a milder flavor compared to olive oil.
- Adjust salt and pepper to your taste, especially if feta cheese is salty.
