Creating this incredible salad is straightforward. Follow these easy steps for a delicious result:

1. Prep Ingredients: Drain and rinse the chickpeas before placing them in a large mixing bowl.
2. Combine Veggies: Add the diced cucumber, red bell pepper, and chopped red onion to the bowl.
3. Add Cheese and Cranberries: Gently mix in the crumbled feta cheese and dried cranberries to the chickpea mixture.
4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
5. Mix It All Together: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large bowl. Toss everything until well combined.
6. Fold in Parsley: Add the chopped parsley and fold it into the salad. This adds a layer of freshness.
7. Taste and Adjust: Taste your salad and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if needed.
8. Chill (Optional): For the best flavor, let the salad sit in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Following these steps will help you create a spectacular Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Zesty Lemon Vinaigrette that’s bursting with flavor!