Description
This Fresh Chopped Salad with Chickpeas, Feta, and Avocado is a vibrant and flavorful Mediterranean-inspired dish that is perfect for a light and healthy meal. Packed with colorful vegetables, creamy avocado, protein-rich chickpeas, and tangy feta cheese, this salad is tossed in a zesty dressing for a refreshing burst of flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
Chickpea Salad:
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely diced
- 1 avocado, diced
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, and avocado. Add the feta cheese and chopped herbs.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and vinegar or lemon juice.
- Toss and Serve: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and black pepper. Serve immediately or chill for 15–30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Notes
- This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be made a few hours ahead without the avocado and then tossed in right before serving.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for a heartier meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 370mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
