Chicken and Chickpea Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with protein, this Chicken and Chickpea Salad is the ultimate wholesome dish for any occasion. Featuring tender cubes of cooked chicken breast, hearty chickpeas, and a medley of fresh vegetables like cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion, this salad is as vibrant as it is nutritious. A sprinkle of fresh parsley and optional creamy feta cheese elevate the flavors, while a simple yet tangy lemon-garlic dressing ties everything together beautifully. Perfect for meal prep or a quick weeknight dinner, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes and can be enjoyed immediately or chilled for even bolder flavors. Easy, healthy, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired goodness, this salad is sure to become a new favorite on your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Cooked chicken breast
- 1.5 cups Cooked chickpeas (canned, rinsed, and drained)
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Feta cheese (optional)
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove Garlic clove (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Dice the cooked chicken breasts into bite-sized cubes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Slice the cucumber into half-moons, halve the cherry tomatoes, and finely dice the red onion. Add them to the bowl with the chicken.
Add the rinsed and drained chickpeas to the mixing bowl along with the chopped fresh parsley.
If using, crumble the feta cheese and sprinkle it on top of the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until everything is evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 24 hours to allow the flavors to meld. Garnish with extra parsley if desired before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1929 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 89.2 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 384 mg | 128% | |
| Sodium | 3378 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.1 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.7 g | 110% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.4 g | ||
| Protein | 159.9 g | 320% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 921 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2254 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
