Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant dish that bursts with flavor and freshness. Bursting with the nuttiness of chickpeas, the sweetness of cranberries, and the creaminess of feta cheese, this salad is tied together with a zesty lemon vinaigrette. It’s quick to prepare, making it an ideal choice for lunch, picnics, or potlucks. This salad not only looks appealing but also offers a nutritious option packed with protein and vitamins from fresh herbs. Enjoy it as a standalone meal, side dish, or filling snack—perfect for any occasion!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cans chickpeas (15 oz each), rinsed and dried
- ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, cranberries, red onion, and parsley. Mix gently.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients.
- Carefully fold in the crumbled feta cheese without breaking it up too much.
- Chill for about 20 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg