Fancy Chickpea Salad
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant and refreshing Fancy Chickpea Salad! Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the zesty kick of red onion, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is bursting with flavors and textures. Chopped fresh parsley and dill add a bright herbal note, while crumbled feta brings a creamy, tangy finish. The show-stealing dressing combines extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, tahini, and a touch of honey or maple syrup for a perfectly balanced, nutty-sweet zest. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this wholesome, gluten-free salad is perfect as a light lunch, a side dish for grilled proteins, or a make-ahead meal for busy days. Whether served immediately or chilled for later, it's a truly delicious way to enjoy healthy eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 425 grams canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes, halved
- 0.5 medium red onion, finely diced
- 30 grams fresh parsley, chopped
- 15 grams fresh dill, chopped
- 75 grams feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon tahini
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, parsley, dill, and crumbled feta cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, tahini, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth and well-emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to combine, ensuring all ingredients are evenly coated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours before serving. Best enjoyed fresh!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1512 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.5 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.2 g | 96% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2758 mg | 120% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 156.1 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 40.6 g | 145% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 58.6 g | 117% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1891 mg | 145% | |
| Iron | 5374.3 mg | 29857% | |
| Potassium | 2710 mg | 58% | |
*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.
