Name: Chickpea Cucumber Salad with Feta and Tomatoes Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained; 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 1 large cucumber, diced; 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; Salt and black pepper, to taste

Description

A refreshing and healthy Chickpea Cucumber Salad featuring creamy feta cheese, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon-oregano dressing. This Mediterranean-inspired salad is quick to prepare, perfect for warm weather, and ideal for meal prep or potlucks. Loaded with fresh vegetables and protein-packed chickpeas, it offers a satisfying vegetarian and gluten-free option that’s full of vibrant flavors and textures.

Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
1 large cucumber, diced
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Dressing Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Salt and black pepper, to taste

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Instructions

Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the rinsed chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, thinly sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley. Gently toss together to distribute the ingredients evenly.
Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined and emulsified.
Toss Salad with Dressing: Pour the dressing over the salad and carefully toss to coat all components evenly without breaking the ingredients.
Let Flavors Marinate: Allow the salad to sit for 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature or chilled to let the flavors meld beautifully.
Serve: Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a light lunch, side dish, or part of a Mediterranean-inspired meal.

Notes

For an extra burst of flavor, add Kalamata olives or diced avocado.
This salad holds up well in the refrigerator, making it perfect for meal prep, potlucks, or picnics.
Adjust salt and pepper according to taste preferences, especially depending on the saltiness of the feta cheese used.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean