Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Ever had one of those days where you want something fresh, crunchy, and downright scrumptious? Let’s dig into a dish that ticks all those boxes: Mediterranean Chickpea Salad! This is not your ordinary salad, oh no. It’s a flavor-packed feast that’s going to knock your socks off. And guess what? You’re making it. Yes, you! So, grab your apron, summon your inner chef, and let’s get cracking on this culinary masterpiece.

Ingredients for Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Ready to get started? Here’s what you need for a fabulous Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. It’s just enough for you and your bestie.

For the Salad:

• Chickpeas, a whole can, drained (that’s 15 ounces or 425 grams)
• Cucumber, one medium-sized one, diced
• 10 Cherry tomatoes, halved (or more if you like ’em)
• A red bell pepper, diced
• One small red onion, finely chopped (I sometimes use a big one, who’s counting?)
• Fresh parsley, a handful, chopped
• Fresh mint, a couple of tablespoons, chopped
• Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

For the Dressing:

• Olive oil, ¼ cup or thereabouts (60 milliliters)
• Lemon juice, a couple of tablespoons
• A garlic clove, minced
• A teaspoon of dried oregano
• Salt and pepper, as you like it

Time to Make

• Prep: 15 minutes or so (depends on how fast you chop!)

Serves

Serves 2

Nutritional Facts

• Calories: Around 400
• Protein: 13g or so
• Fat: 21g
• Carbohydrates: 44g
• Fiber: Maybe 11g
• Sodium: 700mg, give or take

Let’s Cook This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad!

1. Veggie Time: Throw the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, pepper, onion, parsley, and mint into a bowl.
2. Dress it Up: In another bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Taste it – does it need anything?
3. Combine and Serve: Mix the dressing with the veggies. Add feta if you’re using it. Have a taste. Good, right?
4. Enjoy: That’s it! You’re done. Serve it up and enjoy.

Tips

1. Fresh Herbs: Don’t skimp here. Trust your taste buds; they know what’s up. Go fresh, or go home.
2. Make Ahead? Absolutely!: Just don’t wait too long, or you’ll eat all the feta first.
3. It’s Your Salad; Own It!: Throw in some extra tomatoes if you’re a tomato person. Hate mint? Skip it! This salad is your canvas, and you’re the artist. You’ve got the power!

How to Serve

• With grilled chicken or fish if you’re feeling fancy.
• With crusty bread if you’re feeling hungry.
• Just as it is if you’re feeling healthy.

You’ve got this! Go ahead, impress yourself and your friend with this scrumptious Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. Enjoy the process, savor the result, and let’s do this again sometime soon!

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD

Ever had one of those days where you want something fresh, crunchy, and downright scrumptious? Let’s dig into a dish that ticks all those boxes: Mediterranean Chickpea Salad! This is not your ordinary salad, oh no. It’s a flavor-packed feast that’s going to knock your socks off. And guess what? You’re making it. Yes, you! So, grab your apron, summon your inner chef, and let’s get cracking on this culinary masterpiece.

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Course: Snack

Keyword: Appetizer, chickpea, chickpea salad, food to satisfy you, healthy snacks, protein snacks, salad

Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD

Amount per Serving

Calories

400

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

21

g

32

%

Sodium

 

700

mg

30

%

Carbohydrates

 

44

g

15

%

Fiber

 

11

g

46

%

Protein

 

13

g

26

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS

Ready to get started? Here’s what you need for a fabulous Mediterranean Chickpea Salad. It’s just enough for you and your bestie.

FOR THE SALAD:

• Chickpeas a whole can, drained (that’s 15 ounces or 425 grams)
• Cucumber one medium-sized one, diced
• 10 Cherry tomatoes halved (or more if you like ’em)
• A red bell pepper diced
• One small red onion finely chopped (I sometimes use a big one, who’s counting?)
• Fresh parsley a handful, chopped
• Fresh mint a couple of tablespoons, chopped
• Feta cheese crumbled (optional)

FOR THE DRESSING:

• Olive oil ¼ cup or thereabouts (60 milliliters)
• Lemon juice a couple of tablespoons
• A garlic clove minced
• A teaspoon of dried oregano
• Salt and pepper as you like it

Instructions

LET’S COOK THIS MEDITERRANEAN CHICKPEA SALAD!

• Veggie Time: Throw the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, pepper, onion, parsley, and mint into a bowl.
• Dress it Up: In another bowl, mix the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Taste it – does it need anything?
• Combine and Serve: Mix the dressing with the veggies. Add feta if you’re using it. Have a taste. Good, right?
• Enjoy: That’s it! You’re done. Serve it up and enjoy.

Notes

TIPS
Fresh Herbs: Don’t skimp here. Trust your taste buds; they know what’s up. Go fresh, or go home.
Make Ahead? Absolutely!: Just don’t wait too long, or you’ll eat all the feta first.
It’s Your Salad; Own It!: Throw in some extra tomatoes if you’re a tomato person. Hate mint? Skip it! This salad is your canvas, and you’re the artist. You’ve got the power!