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A colorful bowl of Zesty Mediterranean Chickpea & Feta Salad featuring chickpeas, feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, and fresh herbs drizzled with lemon dressing.

Zesty Mediterranean Chickpea & Feta Salad: A Vibrant Culinary Escape

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Discover the vibrant flavors of our Zesty Mediterranean Chickpea & Feta Salad, a healthy and protein-packed dish perfect for quick meals, picnics, or as a refreshing side. This colorful salad combines chickpeas, creamy feta, ripe avocados, and fresh herbs, all tossed in a tangy lemon dressing for a delightful culinary escape into the Mediterranean.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 small red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian herbs
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas, then set aside.
  2. Dice the avocados carefully to prevent mash-up and set aside.
  3. Halve the cherry tomatoes and finely chop the red onion.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
  5. Gently fold in the crumbled feta and diced avocados.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper to create the dressing.
  7. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently until evenly coated.
  8. Adjust seasoning to taste, then serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a chilled version.

Notes

  • For added flavor, incorporate chopped kalamata olives or a drizzle of balsamic vinegar.
  • Add extra lemon juice or herbs to customize the taste.
  • Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days, with lemon juice added beforehand to prevent browning of avocados.
  • Author: Emma Bloomfield
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 200g)
  • Calories: 310 Kcal
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 520mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 25mg