Cucumber Chickpea Salad
Bright, refreshing, and packed with wholesome ingredients, this Cucumber Chickpea Salad is the perfect no-cook recipe for busy days or light lunches. Crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, tender chickpeas, and fragrant parsley come together in a vibrant medley, all tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic dressing that adds a tangy punch of flavor. Thinly sliced red onions provide a subtle bite, while optional crumbled feta cheese lends a creamy, savory finish. This 15-minute salad is as versatile as it is satisfying—perfect as a healthy side dish, a light main course, or a make-ahead meal to enjoy throughout the day. Whether you're meal-prepping or hosting a summer gathering, this easy, vegetarian recipe will elevate your salad game with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium cucumber
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
Rinse the cucumbers thoroughly. Slice them into quarters lengthwise, then cut into bite-sized pieces.
Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and thinly slice the red onion.
Chop the fresh parsley finely.
If using garlic, mince the clove into a fine paste or use a garlic press.
In a large salad bowl, combine the cucumbers, chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
If using, crumble the feta cheese over the top of the salad before serving.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
293 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.6 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 731 mg | 32% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 28.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 143 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 524 mg | 11% | |
*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.
