Chickpea Cucumber Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Chickpea Cucumber Salad is the perfect no-cook recipe for a quick lunch, light dinner, or summer gathering. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and tangy red onion, this salad is elevated with a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and garlic. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant herbal note, while optional crumbled feta cheese brings a creamy, salty finish. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring zero stovetop time, this healthy and flavorful salad is as easy to make as it is delicious. Serve it as a refreshing side dish or pair it with warm pita bread for a satisfying meal.
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Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) Canned chickpeas
- 1 large Cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.25 medium Red onion
- 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 clove, minced Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 0.25 cup, crumbled Feta cheese (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly. Set them aside in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Peel the cucumber if desired, then dice it into small bite-sized pieces. Add to the bowl with the chickpeas.
Step 3
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl.
Step 4
Finely dice the red onion and add it to the salad mixture.
Step 5
Chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the vegetables.
Step 6
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to coat evenly.
Step 8
If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top.
Step 9
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 20 minutes to let the flavors meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1145.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 902.5 |
| Total Fat 48.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 14.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.8g | |
| Cholesterol 53.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3123.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 91.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 24.6g | |
| Protein 31.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 561.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1912.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories