Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
	
		A refreshing and colorful Mediterranean salad made with protein-rich chickpeas, fresh vegetables, herbs, and a zesty lemon-olive oil dressing.
	 
	
		
							- Author: sarra
 
							- Prep Time: 15 mins
 
							- Cook Time: 0 mins
 
							- Total Time: 15 mins
 
							- Yield: 4 servings 1x
 
							- Category: Salad, Side Dish
 
							- Method: No-Cook
 
							- Cuisine: Mediterranean
 
							- Diet: Vegetarian
 
					
	 
	
		
		
			
- 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
 
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
 
- 1 cucumber, diced
 
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
 
- 1/2 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
 
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
 
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
 
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
 
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
 
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
 
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
 
- Salt and black pepper to taste
 
		 
	 
	
		
		
			
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta (if using), parsley, and mint.
 
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
 
- Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
 
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
 
		 
	 
	
		Notes
		
			
- For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
 
- Great for meal prep—store in the fridge for up to 3 days.
 
- Serve as a side dish or light main course with pita bread.
 
		 
	 
	
		Nutrition
		
							- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
 
							- Calories: 280
 
							- Sugar: 5g
 
							- Sodium: 420mg
 
							- Fat: 15g
 
							- Saturated Fat: 4g
 
							- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
 
							- Trans Fat: 0g
 
							- Carbohydrates: 30g
 
							- Fiber: 8g
 
							- Protein: 10g
 
							- Cholesterol: 10mg
 
					
	 
	
		Keywords: Mediterranean salad, chickpea salad, vegetarian salad, healthy side dish, fresh summer salad