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Mediterranean Chopped Chickpea Salad

A vibrant, refreshing, and incredibly versatile Mediterranean chopped chickpea salad perfect for a light lunch or healthy side dish. Quick, easy, and bursting with flavor!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
0 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 (15-ounce cans) chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 large cucumber diced
  • 1 red bell pepper diced
  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 cup red onion diced
  • 4 ounces feta cheese crumbled
  • 1/4 cup parsley finely chopped
  • lemon vinaigrette use as much or as little as youd like

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • small bowl or jar

Method
 

Step 1: Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and finely chopped parsley.
Step 2: Dress and Toss
  1. Pour your desired amount of lemon vinaigrette over the salad. Gently stir everything together until all the ingredients are well combined and evenly coated with the dressing. Allow the flavors to meld for at least 15-30 minutes before serving for the best taste experience.

Notes

For the best flavor, allow the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ensure chickpeas are rinsed well. For a homemade vinaigrette, whisk 1/4 cup olive oil with 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 clove minced garlic, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, salt, and pepper.