Chickpea, Cucumber & Feta Salad
Chickpeas have health benefits
They are a great source of fiber, potassium, vitamin C and B-6. They also offer a whopping 39 grams of protein per cup as well!
They fill you up and support your immune system
Ingredients
- 15 oz. can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 c. cucumber, diced
- 1 c. cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 c. feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 c. fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 Tbls. fresh dill, chopped
Dressing
- 1/4 c. extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 Tbls. fresh lemon juice
- 1 t. dried oregano
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large salad bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion.
Add the crumbled feta cheese, chopped parsley, and chopped dill to the bowl.
Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to make the dressing. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
NOTE: Serves 4