This refreshing Mediterranean Chickpea and Cucumber Salad is an excellent choice for a light and healthy meal. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, crisp cucumbers, and colorful veggies, it’s not only delicious but also fits perfectly within Mediterranean diet recipes.
This easy dinner recipe can be prepared in just a few minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a side dish for gatherings.
Quick and Healthy Mediterranean Salad
This Mediterranean Chickpea and Cucumber Salad is a vibrant dish mixing chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions, tossed in a tangy lemon dressing. The recipe is quick to prepare, taking about 15 minutes and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning if needed, then serve immediately or refrigerate for 30 minutes to let the flavors meld.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4
- Calories: 210kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
