🌿 Craving a quick, colorful, and protein-packed dish? This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is exactly what you need! Bursting with fresh veggies, tangy olives, and a zesty dressing, it’s perfect for a light lunch or a shareable side. Enjoy the bold Mediterranean flavors with every bite! 🥗✨
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Ingredients (Serves 4 | ~320 cal per serving)
• 2 cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 cup cucumber, diced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
• ½ cup kalamata olives, halved
• ⅓ cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing
• ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
• Juice of half a lemon
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Salt & pepper, to taste
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Instructions
1. Prep the Salad:
In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, olives, and feta (if using). Sprinkle chopped parsley on top.
2. Make the Dressing:
Whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl (or shake in a lidded jar).
3. Toss & Serve:
Drizzle dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all ingredients. Adjust seasoning if desired.
4. Enjoy:
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 days (it gets even more flavorful as it chills!).
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