Print

Greek Chickpea Salad Recipe

Greek Chickpea Salad Recipe

5 Stars 4 Stars 3 Stars 2 Stars 1 Star

No reviews

Elevate your meal with this vibrant Greek Chickpea Salad, a delightful combination of protein-rich chickpeas, crunchy vegetables, and creamy feta cheese. Perfect for picnics, potlucks, or a quick lunch, this salad bursts with Mediterranean flavors and freshness. With minimal prep time and easy storage options, it’s an excellent choice for meal prep enthusiasts. Enjoy it as a light main course or side dish, and relish the satisfaction of healthy eating!

Ingredients

Scale
  • 15 ounces canned chickpeas, rinsed and drained
  • 1 English cucumber, halved and sliced
  • 2 cups halved cherry tomatoes
  • 3/4 cup pitted kalamata olives, halved
  • 1/4 cup slivered red onion
  • 6 ounces crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon granulated sugar (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, red onion, half of the feta cheese, and dill.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, salt, pepper, and optional sugar.
  3. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine. Top with remaining feta cheese.
  4. Adjust seasoning if necessary. For best flavor integration, chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour before serving.

Nutrition