Description
Chickpea Cucumber Salad (The Only Recipe You Need) is a bright and refreshing dish that combines the heartiness of chickpeas with the crispness of fresh vegetables. Perfect for any occasion, this vibrant salad can be served as a light lunch, a side dish at barbecues, or even as meal prep for the week ahead. The homemade lemon-dill vinaigrette adds a zesty kick that elevates every bite, making it a crowd favorite. With just 15 minutes of preparation, you can enjoy a nutritious and delicious meal that’s packed with protein and flavor!
Ingredients
Scale
- 15 oz canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 1 English cucumber (chopped)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 0.5 red onion (finely diced)
- 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 2 tbsp fresh dill (chopped)
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red onion, parsley, and dill.
- Add rinsed chickpeas to the bowl and crumble feta cheese over the top.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg