Mediterranean Chickpea and Cucumber Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea and Cucumber Salad

A refreshing and light salad packed with fresh vegetables, chickpeas, and a zesty lemon-herb dressing. Perfect as a side or a light lunch.

By RecipeBoss
Servings
4
Time Required
20 min

Ingredients

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2 can chickpeas
1 large cucumber
1 cup cherry tomatoes
½ small red onion
½ cup kalamata olives
½ cup feta cheese
¼ cup fresh parsley
2 tbsp fresh mint
¼ cup olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp dried oregano
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Rinse and drain the chickpeas. Peel and dice the cucumber. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion. Pit and halve the kalamata olives.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and olives.

  3. 3

    Crumble the feta cheese and chop the fresh parsley and mint. Add them to the bowl.

  4. 4

    In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

  5. 5

    Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Let it sit for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.