Sophie's Super Easy Chickie Pea and Mato Salad
Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, Sophie's Super Easy Chickie Pea and Mato Salad is a quick and healthy dish you'll want to make again and again. This no-cook recipe combines protein-packed chickpeas, juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and zesty red onion, all tossed in a simple lemon-olive oil dressing. Fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness, while optional crumbled feta cheese brings a creamy, tangy twist. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this versatile salad is perfect for a light lunch, a nutritious side dish, or a make-ahead meal. It's gluten-free, vegetarian-friendly, and can easily be customized to suit your taste. Pair it with grilled chicken or pita bread for a wholesome Mediterranean-inspired dining experience!
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Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) canned chickpeas (garbanzo beans), drained and rinsed
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 0.25 cup red onion, finely diced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, and finely diced red onion.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 3
Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Step 4
Fold in the chopped parsley and, if desired, the crumbled feta cheese for additional flavor and creaminess.
Step 5
Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice.
Step 6
Serve immediately as a light lunch or refrigerate for 15-30 minutes to let the flavors meld together. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (880.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1493.6 |
| Total Fat 81.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g | |
| Cholesterol 106.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3296.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 138.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 36.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.2g | |
| Protein 60.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 983.8mg | 0% |
| Iron 17.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2207.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories