10-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
10-Minute Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This quick salad combines protein-rich chickpeas with crisp vegetables and a zesty homemade dressing, delivering a burst of Mediterranean flavors in just 10 minutes. Whether you’re looking for a healthy main dish or a delightful side, this salad is versatile and easy to customize based on your taste preferences. It’s ideal for busy weeknights, summer barbecues, or meal prep for the week ahead.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (15-ounce) cans of chickpeas
- 3/4 cup chopped cucumber
- 2/3 cup sliced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup chopped red bell pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup apple vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Drain and rinse the chickpeas under cold water.
- Chop the cucumber, slice the cherry tomatoes, red bell pepper, and red onion.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine all salad ingredients.
- In a mason jar, mix the dressing ingredients; shake until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
- Serve immediately or chill for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 11g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 5mg