Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Introduction
A vibrant and refreshing salad packed with protein-rich chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and Mediterranean flavors. Perfect as a side dish or a light, healthy meal bursting with taste and nutrition.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chickpeas (or 1 can, drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup cucumber, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
  • 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Preparation Steps

  1. In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to coat all the ingredients.
  4. Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top if using.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.

Time Required

  • Preparation: 15 minutes
  • Total: 15 minutes

Tools Needed

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small bowl for dressing
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Whisk or fork

Extract of Ingredients and Tags Topics
Chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano.
Tags Topics: #MediterraneanChickpeaSalad #HealthyRecipes #QuickSalads #MediterraneanDiet #Vegetarian #HighProtein #EasyMeals #ChickpeaLovers #FreshAndFlavorful

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