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Chickpea Salad


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  • Author: Recipe Creator
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A refreshing salad packed with protein and veggies.


Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
  • 2 mini cucumbers (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon red onion (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
  • 1/2 red bell pepper (chopped)
  • 1 cup little tomatoes (grape, cherry, etc.) (cut into halves)
  • 1/2 cup Kalamata olives
  • 3 ounces feta (packed in oil & herbs if possible)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • Salt & pepper (to taste)

Instructions

  1. Drain & rinse your chickpeas and add them to a salad bowl.
  2. Prep your veggies and herbs, and add them to the salad bowl as you go along.
  3. Add the dressing ingredients (olive oil, lemon juice, garlic) right into the salad bowl and toss gently.
  4. Taste and adjust as needed (e.g., add more olive oil), and season with salt & pepper.

Notes

  • Can be served chilled or at room temperature.
  • Great as a side dish or a light main course.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 250
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 8g
  • Cholesterol: 10mg