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Fresh Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad

Fresh Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad


  • Author: Jasmine
  • Total Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients:

  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 large English cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Β½ small red onion, finely diced
  • Β½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ΒΌ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint (optional)

For the Dressing:

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

πŸ₯„ Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients

Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water. Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely chop the red onion, parsley, and mint.

πŸ₯£ Step 2: Make the Dressing

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

πŸ₯— Step 3: Combine Everything

In a large bowl, mix chickpeas, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, onion, parsley, and mint. Pour the dressing over and toss gently until evenly coated.

πŸ§€ Step 4: Add the Feta

Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese. Be careful not to break it too much β€” you want some nice creamy chunks.

⏲️ Step 5: Chill or Serve Immediately

Serve immediately or let it chill in the fridge for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve cold and enjoy!

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Cuisine: Americans

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210
  • Sodium: 360mg
  • Protein: 8g

Keywords: Fresh Chickpea Cucumber Feta Salad