Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
A delicious and heart-healthy Mediterranean chickpea salad packed with soluble fiber, plant-based proteins, and healthy fats.
Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and Kalamata olives.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Top with crumbled feta cheese if desired.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 250 |
| Protein (g) | 12 |
| Carbs (g) | 30 |
| Fiber (g) | 8 |
| Sugar (g) | 4 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 1 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 300 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |