Wisconsin Garbanzo Beans Feta Cheese

Bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this Wisconsin Garbanzo Beans Feta Cheese Salad is a vibrant and wholesome dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring tender garbanzo beans, creamy crumbled feta, and the zesty brightness of a lemon-olive oil dressing, this no-cook recipe is as quick as it is satisfying. Fresh parsley and finely chopped red onion add a pop of freshness and crunch, while garlic and oregano round out the bold, savory profile. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy chickpea salad makes an excellent side dish or light lunch, served chilled or at room temperature. Packed with protein, fiber, and irresistible tang, it’s a crowd-pleasing recipe ideal for picnics, potlucks, or weeknight meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups Canned garbanzo beans (chickpeas)
• 1 cup Feta cheese, crumbled
• 0.5 cup Red onion, finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh parsley, chopped
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and drain the canned garbanzo beans thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the garbanzo beans, crumbled feta cheese, finely chopped red onion, and chopped fresh parsley.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the dressing by whisking together olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed, adding more salt or pepper to your liking.

Step 6

Refrigerate the salad for at least 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(977.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1521.6

Total Fat 101.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 41.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 200.0mg	0%
Sodium 4548.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 97.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 57.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1428.6mg	0%
Iron 11.2mg	0%
Potassium 1662.5mg	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: 59.6%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 25.4%