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Chickpea Greek Salad: An Incredible 5-Star Recipe


  • Author: Chef Ethan Sam
  • Total Time: 32 minute

Ingredients

– 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– 1 cucumber, diced
– ½ red onion, finely chopped
– ½ cup bell pepper, diced (any color)
– 1 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
– ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
– ¼ cup olive oil
– 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
– 1 teaspoon dried oregano
– Salt and pepper to taste


Instructions

Following these steps will guide you through creating your own delicious Chickpea Greek Salad:

1. Prepare the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Set aside to drain completely.
2. Chop the Vegetables: Dice the cucumber, halve the cherry tomatoes, chop the bell pepper, and finely chop the red onion. Aim for uniform sizes for a pleasing presentation and even flavor distribution.
3. Mix the Salad: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, bell pepper, and Kalamata olives.
4. Add the Feta: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese along with the chopped parsley. Be careful not to mash the feta too much to maintain its texture.
5. Prepare the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
6. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad mixture, and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
7. Chill (Optional): Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together. This step is optional but recommended for a more intense flavor.
8. Serve: Serve chilled or at room temperature as a vibrant side dish or a hearty main course.

With these instructions, you’ll have a colorful bowl of Chickpea Greek Salad ready to delight you and your guests!

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: Total Time: 45 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 350 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 10g