High Protein Classic Greek Salad with Feta Cheese
Elevate the traditional Greek salad with a protein-packed twist in this High Protein Classic Greek Salad with Feta Cheese. Featuring nutrient-rich canned chickpeas alongside crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy Kalamata olives, and vibrant green bell peppers, this refreshing dish is balanced with the sharp bite of red onion and creamy crumbled feta. A zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and aromatic oregano enhances every bite, making it a flavor-packed and wholesome option for a light main course or hearty side dish. Ready in just 20 minutes and bursting with Mediterranean goodness, this high-protein salad is sure to become a go-to for health-conscious food lovers seeking a quick, satisfying meal. Perfect for meal prep or a fresh addition to your summer table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams canned chickpeas
- 1 medium English cucumber
- 250 grams cherry tomatoes
- 1 small red onion
- 1 medium green bell pepper
- 100 grams Kalamata olives, pitted
- 150 grams feta cheese, crumbled
- 60 milliliters extra virgin olive oil
- 30 milliliters red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly in a colander under cold water.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. If it's too pungent, soak the slices in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
Cut the cucumber into half circles by first slicing it lengthwise and then cutting into thin half moons. Optionally, peel the cucumber depending on personal preference.
Halve the cherry tomatoes. If they are large, you may quarter them instead.
Deseed and thinly slice the green bell pepper into long strips.
In a large salad bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, onion, bell pepper, and Kalamata olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
Add the crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad, gently tossing once more.
Allow the salad to sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature for the flavors to meld before serving.
Serve fresh as a delightful and protein-rich side dish or a light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.7 g | 139% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.0 g | 160% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 4673 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 112.1 g | 41% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.7 g | 102% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.3 g | ||
| Protein | 46.1 g | 92% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1039 mg | 80% | |
| Iron | 9.9 mg | 55% | |
| Potassium | 2389 mg | 51% | |
*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.
