Greek Chickpea Salad
Last updated: Monday September 20, 2021
Chickpea salad is an alternative to a chopped salad, and it still makes use of plenty of fresh vegetables. It is great recipe for getting picky eaters to eat more salad! This salad can be assembled in less than 10 minutes. It stores perfectly in the fridge and doesn't get soggy.
Salad Ingredients
1 |
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Can |
Chickpeas (Garbanzo Beans), Drained and Rinsed |
- |
- |
- |
Onion (Diced) |
1 |
1/2 |
Cups |
Cucumbers (Diced) |
1 |
1/2 |
Cups |
Mini Bell Peppers (Diced) |
1 |
- |
Cup |
Cherry Tomatoes (Halved) |
- |
1/2 |
Cup |
Kalamata Olives (Pitted and Halved) |
- |
1/2 |
Cup |
Feta Cheese (or Vegan Feta) |
Dressing Ingredients
3 |
- |
Tbs |
Red Wine Vinegar |
2 |
- |
Tbs |
Lemon Juice |
- |
1/2 |
Tsp |
Dijon Mustard |
- |
1/2 |
Tsp |
Garlic Powder |
- |
1/2 |
Tsp |
Oregano (Dried Turkish) |
- |
1/4 |
Tsp |
Salt |
- |
1/4 |
Tsp |
Black Pepper (Freshly Ground) |
- |
1/4 |
Cup |
Olive Oil |
Directions
- Drain and rinse chickpeas.
- Add to a mixing bowl with cucumber, peppers, tomatoes and olives.
- Whisk together all ingredients for Greek dressing.
- Toss salad in dressing and top with feta. Enjoy!
Notes:
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Make an extra batch or two of dressing and store in a glass jar in the fridge for a marinade or to use for a quick lunch!
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Storage: You can store this salad in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
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Vegan feta cheese: If you're not vegan or dairy free, regular feta is obviously a fine alternative. We love VioLife vegan feta – it's SO good!
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For some extra spice, add some chopped pepperoncini peppers.
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Avocado makes for a great topping and a nice way to add more healthy fats!
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Serve on a bed of leafy greens like romaine, spinach, or butter lettuce.
- Crunch factor: top with salted sunflower seeds or croutons.
Kim Tisdale, Chaska, MN