Description
This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a healthy, protein- and fiber-rich dish made with chickpeas, tomatoes, feta, olives, and fresh herbs tossed in a flavorful homemade dressing.
Ingredients
- 15 ounces chickpeas, drained and rinsed (about 1 1/2 cups)
- 1 cucumber, peeled and diced
- 1/2 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 pint baby tomatoes, halved
- 6 ounces kalamata olives, drained and rinsed
- 6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons honey
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, whisk together all dressing ingredients until well combined.
2. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, red onion, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, parsley, cilantro, and minced garlic. Reserve 1–2 tablespoons of feta and herbs for garnish if desired.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and stir to combine evenly.
4. Cover and chill for at least 1 hour to allow flavors to blend.
5. Garnish with extra feta, fresh herbs, or olives and serve cold.
Notes
Chickpeas can be substituted with white beans, though chickpeas are recommended for best texture.
Any onion variety may be used in place of red onion.
Substitute any tomato variety if baby tomatoes are unavailable.
Kalamata olives provide authentic flavor, but any preferred olive works.
Goat cheese can replace feta if desired.
Avocado oil can be used instead of olive oil.
White wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar may replace red wine vinegar.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Do not freeze.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 0.5 cup
- Calories: 167 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 442 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 13 mg