Chickpea Cheese Salad
Bright, fresh, and satisfyingly hearty, this Chickpea Cheese Salad is a quick 15-minute recipe that’s bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Featuring protein-rich chickpeas, creamy feta cheese, crisp cucumbers, sweet red bell peppers, and tangy red onions, this salad is adorned with a luscious homemade dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and a hint of honey for a perfect balance of zest and sweetness. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this vibrant dish is as versatile as it is delicious—ideal as a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a crowd-pleasing potluck addition. Packed with nutritious ingredients and effortless to prepare, this no-cook recipe is a must-try for anyone seeking healthier, flavorful meal options.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 ounces) canned chickpeas
- 4 ounces feta cheese
- 1 medium red bell pepper
- 1 medium cucumber
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas under cold running water. Set aside to drain completely.
Cut the feta cheese into small cubes (about 1/2 inch) and set aside.
Dice the red bell pepper and cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, feta cheese, red bell pepper, cucumber, red onion, and chopped parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients, and gently toss to combine, ensuring everything is well-coated.
Taste the salad and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice to preference.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes to let the flavors meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.4 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.7 g | 114% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 3729 mg | 162% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 95.4 g | 35% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.0 g | 75% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.5 g | ||
| Protein | 37.5 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 770 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 7.0 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1524 mg | 32% | |
*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.
