High Protein Cucumber Garbanzo Salad

Fresh, vibrant, and packed with plant-based power, this High Protein Cucumber Garbanzo Salad is the perfect recipe for quick, nutritious meals or make-ahead lunches. Featuring hearty chickpeas, crunchy cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion, this salad bursts with texture and flavor. Tossed in a light lemon-olive oil vinaigrette and garnished with fresh parsley, each bite is refreshing and wholesome. Optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, tangy upgrade for an extra layer of indulgence. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s a high-protein, vegetarian-friendly dish that’s perfect for healthy eating. Perfectly balanced and brimming with Mediterranean-inspired goodness, this easy recipe is sure to become a weekly favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 15-ounce can Canned Garbanzo Beans (Chickpeas)
• 1 medium Cucumber
• 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes
• 0.5 medium Red Onion
• 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley
• 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 0.25 cup Feta Cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Drain and rinse the canned garbanzo beans thoroughly under cold water to remove any excess sodium and preservatives, and set aside.

Step 2

Wash the cucumber and slice it into quarters lengthwise. Then, chop the quarters into small, bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

Peel the half red onion and slice it thinly. Add the slices to the mixing bowl.

Step 5

Roughly chop the fresh parsley and add it to the bowl.

Step 6

In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well combined to form a simple vinaigrette.

Step 7

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.

Step 8

Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is coated evenly with the dressing.

Step 9

If desired, crumble feta cheese on top of the salad for an additional layer of flavor.

Step 10

Serve the salad immediately or refrigerate it for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(989.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1007.2

Total Fat 61.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 2589.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 86.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.5g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 30.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 496.2mg	0%
Iron 7.0mg	0%
Potassium 1583.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.3%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 33.9%