Morocco Meets Greece Chickpea Cucumber Salad with Feta

Experience a harmonious fusion of Mediterranean flavors with this vibrant Morocco Meets Greece Chickpea Cucumber Salad with Feta. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, and the bold punch of red onion, this salad is a refreshing delight. The tangy feta cheese pairs beautifully with fresh herbs like parsley and mint, while a zesty dressing of lemon juice, olive oil, and a touch of honey adds a sweet and savory balance. Warm Moroccan spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika infuse the dish with an exotic depth, making it a perfect side dish or light main course. Ready in just 15 minutes, this no-cook recipe is a quick, nutritious option for busy weekdays or summer gatherings. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a simple yet elegant meal that’s sure to impress. Keywords: Mediterranean salad, chickpea cucumber salad, feta salad, Moroccan spices, healthy no-cook recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams chickpeas (canned, drained and rinsed)
• 1 medium cucumber (seeded and diced)
• 200 grams cherry tomatoes (halved)
• 0.5 medium red onion (finely diced)
• 100 grams feta cheese (crumbled)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh mint (chopped)
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red onion.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 3

Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.

Step 4

Add the crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, and fresh mint to the salad. Toss lightly to combine, being careful not to break up the feta too much.

Step 5

Taste the salad and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 6

Chill the salad in the refrigerator for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Serve the salad cold or at room temperature as a side dish or a light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1089.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1325.2

Total Fat 76.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 22.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 89.3mg	0%
Sodium 3122.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 124.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 30.1g	0%
Total Sugars 35.5g
Protein 46.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 833.9mg	0%
Iron 11.6mg	0%
Potassium 2350.1mg	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: 50.1%

Protein: 13.6%

Carbs: 36.3%