Mediterranean Chopped Salad with Shrimp and Chickpeas

Bursting with vibrant colors and bold flavors, this Mediterranean Chopped Salad with Shrimp and Chickpeas is a nutrient-packed dish that's perfect for lunch, dinner, or meal prep. Juicy, perfectly seasoned shrimp are quickly pan-seared and paired with crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, briny Kalamata olives, and creamy crumbled feta cheese. Protein-rich chickpeas add heartiness, while a tangy lemon and red wine vinegar dressing infused with oregano ties it all together. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired salad is fresh, satisfying, and ideal for anyone seeking a healthy, flavorful meal option.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Raw shrimp (peeled and deveined, tails removed)
• 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 400 grams Canned chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
• 1 large Cucumber (diced)
• 250 grams Cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 medium Red onion (finely chopped)
• 100 grams Kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
• 75 grams Crumbled feta cheese
• 3 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, 0.5 teaspoons of salt, and black pepper.

Step 2

Add the raw shrimp to the bowl, toss to coat evenly, and set aside to marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 3

While the shrimp marinates, prepare the vegetables: dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, finely chop the red onion, and pit/halve the Kalamata olives.

Step 4

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the shrimp in a single layer.

Step 5

Cook the shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until they turn pink and are opaque. Remove them from the heat and set aside.

Step 6

In a large salad bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, Kalamata olives, and crumbled feta cheese.

Step 7

In a small jar or bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of lemon juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, and 0.5 teaspoons of salt.

Step 8

Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Step 9

Add the cooked shrimp to the salad, sprinkle with parsley, and toss lightly to distribute.

Step 10

Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving for enhanced flavors.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1792.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2183.5

Total Fat 108.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 23.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 917.2mg	0%
Sodium 6203.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 153.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.1g
Protein 165.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 822.3mg	0%
Iron 18.7mg	0%
Potassium 3795.7mg	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: 43.3%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 27.3%