Description
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A fresh and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired salad made with protein-packed chickpeas, crisp veggies, and a zesty lemon-oregano dressing Perfect for meal prep, lunches, or a quick dinner!
Ingredients
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 medium cucumber, diced
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional for vegan)
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tsp dried oregano
Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Add the crumbled feta cheese (if using) and give the salad one final toss.
Serve immediately or store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Notes
Make it Vegan: Skip the feta or use a plant-based alternative.
Add Protein: Toss in grilled chicken or quinoa for a heartier meal.
Meal Prep Tip: Store the dressing separately and combine just before serving to keep the salad fresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salads
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Greek Chickpea Salad, Mediterranean recipe, healthy salad, fresh ingredients