Description
A fresh and vibrant Mediterranean Salad packed with crunchy vegetables, protein-rich chickpeas, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty olive oil dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal or a light side dish that bursts with classic Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the chickpeas, diced cucumber, red bell pepper, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, Kalamata olives, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh parsley.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well blended.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the prepared salad ingredients and gently toss to evenly coat all the components with the flavorful dressing.
- Chill and Serve: Serve the salad immediately for a fresh taste, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow flavors to meld. Stir gently before serving for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For best flavor, allow the salad to chill for about an hour before serving.
- This salad can be customized by adding other Mediterranean ingredients such as artichoke hearts or capers.
- Use fresh parsley for a brighter flavor.
- Keep the feta cheese crumbled just before serving to maintain texture.
- The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
