Easy Chickpea Feta Salad
Fresh, bright, and satisfying – this Easy Chickpea Feta Salad blends creamy avocado, tangy feta, crisp cucumbers, and a lemon garlic dressing for the ultimate quick and healthy meal in just 20 minutes.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl Large
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- ½ cups cherry tomatoes halved
- 3 seedless cucumbers diced
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1 avocado diced
- ½ bunch cilantro chopped
- 15 ounce can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 4 ounce feta cheese diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon juice and zest of
- 1 clove garlic pressed
- Kosher salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, avocado, cilantro, chickpeas, and feta cheese. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and pressed garlic until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the mixed salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Season with kosher salt and pepper to taste. Chill for 10-15 minutes if desired before serving.
Notes
To enhance flavor, sprinkle oregano and add kalamata olives. Make it vegan with vegan feta or omit it. Store in airtight container for up to 3 days. Keep extra dressing separate to avoid soggy salad.