GREEK-STYLE CHICKPEA SALAD

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This is a light, healthy, and refreshing salad! I found this gem in the Cook's Illustrated "The Best Light Recipe" book and I have made it many times since. Basically you are just chopping things up and throwing them together in a bowl so even the kids can help with this one. Very tasty, and excellent served over a bed of greens and herb garlic pita chips. I've tweaked it ever so slightly. This salad can be refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Season with additional lemon juice, salt, pepper, and oil as needed before serving. Very easy clean up, and your salad is ready in less than 20 minutes.

Provided by MelvinsWifey

Categories     Onions

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1/2 small red onion, minced
3/4 cup cucumber, peeled, and chopped (about 1/2 large cucumber)
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, minced
2 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (about 1/2 cup)
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, minced
3 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons kalamata olives, pitted and minced
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard (use any variation)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
salt and pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together chickpeas, onion, cucumber, mint, feta and parsley.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olives, mustard, oil, and garlic.
  • Pour dressing into the large bowl with chickpeas and vegetables until combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 233.6, Fat 6.5, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 8.9, Sodium 603.5, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 6.9, Sugar 1.1, Protein 9.1

Shanaya Patterson
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This salad is a great addition to my summer menu.


Lily
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I can't wait to try this salad with different variations.


Joel Arballo
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This salad is a great healthy and delicious option.


Antonnucci Siadinkura
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I've never made a chickpea salad before, but this recipe was easy to follow and turned out great!


Heather Azarvand
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover roasted vegetables.


CELEBRITY COUPLES NEWS UGANDA
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I love the bright and fresh flavors of this salad.


RUPAK CHAKMA
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This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day!


Akhona Snazo
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Patrick Tsori
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.


Chashman khan
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I love that this salad is so versatile. You can add or remove ingredients to suit your taste.


Liah Ferreira
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This salad is a great source of protein and fiber.


Abeel Ali
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I made this salad with quinoa instead of chickpeas and it was just as good!


mukwaya abbey
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This salad is perfect for a summer picnic or potluck.


Rachel Adikong
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I'm not a huge fan of chickpeas, but I really enjoyed this salad. The flavors were well-balanced and the dressing was delicious.


Faridah Wangari
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chickpeas. I always have a can or two in my pantry, so this is a quick and easy meal to throw together.


Ali akbar Molla
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I made this salad for a party and it was a hit! Everyone loved it.


Nakafeero Sophia
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This salad was so refreshing and flavorful! I loved the combination of chickpeas, tomatoes, cucumbers, and feta. The dressing was also perfect - tangy and flavorful without being too overpowering.