Mediterranean chickpea salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine. Bursting with colorful vegetables, hearty chickpeas, and a zesty dressing, this salad is perfect for a quick lunch or a flavorful side dish.
- Cooking Time
30 minutes - Difficulty
Easy - Cost
9$
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
For the dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the salad:
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, red onion, olives, feta cheese, parsley, and mint.
- Prepare the dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Dress the salad:
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to enhance the flavors.