Description
Greek-inspired chickpea salad combines crisp vegetables, tangy feta, and herb-infused olive oil for a Mediterranean delight. Mediterranean herbs and fresh ingredients create a light, refreshing dish you will savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz / 400 g) chickpeas
- 1 cucumber
- 1 red onion
- 150 g (5.3 oz) feta cheese
- 3–4 sprigs flat-leaf parsley
- 3 tbsps olive oil
- 2 tbsps lemon juice
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preparation: Thoroughly rinse chickpeas under cool water using a colander, ensuring complete drainage for optimal texture. Clean cucumber and parsley under running water, patting dry with kitchen towels.
- Chopping: Slice red onion into delicate, paper-thin strips. Cube cucumber into uniform 1/4-inch pieces and finely mince parsley leaves for even flavor distribution.
- Combining: Layer drained chickpeas, translucent onion slices, crisp cucumber cubes, crumbled feta cheese, and vibrant parsley in a spacious mixing bowl.
- Dressing: Whisk extra virgin olive oil with freshly squeezed lemon juice, seasoning with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to elevate the taste profile.
- Finishing: Gently cascade prepared dressing over salad ingredients, using a soft folding technique to coat each component without bruising delicate elements. Refrigerate for 45 minutes to allow flavors to harmonize and develop a complex, integrated taste experience before serving.
Notes
- Rinse Thoroughly: Drain chickpeas completely to prevent waterlogged texture and ensure crisp, clean taste.
- Slice with Precision: Cut red onion paper-thin to distribute sharp, tangy flavor without overwhelming other ingredients.
- Prep Carefully: Pat cucumber and parsley dry to prevent excess moisture that could dilute the salad’s vibrant taste.
- Marinate Strategically: Chilling for 45 minutes allows flavors to meld, transforming simple ingredients into a complex, refreshing dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Snacks
- Method: None
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 26 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg