Mediterranean High Fiber Salad
A delicious and heart-healthy salad packed with fiber to support a diet aimed at lowering high cholesterol.
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cooked quinoa
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup kalamata olives, sliced
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, quinoa, cucumber, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, olives, red onion, and parsley.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and oregano.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
Top with crumbled feta cheese, if using.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Estimated Nutrition
Per serving
| Calories | 250 |
| Protein (g) | 8 |
| Carbs (g) | 30 |
| Fiber (g) | 10 |
| Sugar (g) | 5 |
| Saturated fat (g) | 2 |
| Trans fat (g) | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 200 |
| Cholesterol | 0 |