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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

This Mediterranean chickpea salad is fresh, tangy, and satisfying. Packed with crisp vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, and a lemony olive oil dressing, it’s perfect for meal prep, lunch, or a light dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Dinner, Salad
Cuisine: Gluten Free, Mediterranean, Vegetarian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cans 15 oz each chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cucumber diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • ½ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley chopped
  • ½ cup feta cheese crumbled (optional)
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Method
 

  1. Add chickpeas to a large mixing bowl.
  2. Add cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over salad and toss gently until evenly coated.
  5. Add feta if using and gently fold in.
  6. Let rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Recipe Notes
  • Letting the salad rest improves flavor
  • Adjust lemon and salt to taste before serving
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container
Nutrition (Per Serving – Estimate)
  • Calories: 320
  • Protein: 11 g
  • Fat: 18 g
  • Carbs: 30 g
  • Fiber: 9 g