10-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this 10-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad! Perfect for busy weeknights or as a refreshing side dish, this salad combines nutritious chickpeas with fresh vegetables, creating a delightful and satisfying meal that everyone will love. With its colorful presentation and wholesome ingredients, you’ll find yourself reaching for this recipe time and time again. It’s not only quick to prepare but also customizable, making it ideal for picnics, barbecues, or meal prep throughout the week. Enjoy each bite of this zesty salad that bursts with flavor and nutrition!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15-ounce) cans of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 2/3 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/3 cup sliced kalamata olives
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese or dairy-free alternative
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine drained chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, red onion, feta cheese (if using), and parsley.
- In a mason jar, mix olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Shake well until emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss until all ingredients are well coated.
- Serve immediately or let sit for a few minutes to meld flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 5mg