Description
Prepare to embark on a flavor journey with this delightful Feta and Cranberry Chickpeas salad! This vibrant and nutritious dish is a perfect blend of tangy feta, sweet dried cranberries, and protein-packed chickpeas.
Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup of crumbled feta cheese
- â…“ cup of dried cranberries
- ¼ cup of finely chopped red onion
- ¼ cup of fresh, chopped parsley
Instructions
1. In a small bowl or jar, combine ¼ cup of extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice, 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon of honey (or maple syrup), 1 minced garlic clove, ½ teaspoon of salt, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper.
2. Whisk or shake the ingredients together until they are well combined and emulsified.
3. In a large bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, finely chopped red onion, and fresh chopped parsley. Gently toss the ingredients together until they are evenly distributed.
4. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the Feta and Cranberry Chickpeas and gently toss the salad to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed.
5. Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Notes
For best results, use high-quality extra virgin olive oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice.
This salad can be enjoyed chilled or at room temperature.
If making ahead of time, store it in the refrigerator and give it a gentle toss before serving.
- Prep Time: 10
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 400
- Fat: 12
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Unsaturated Fat: 8
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 8
- Protein: 10
- Cholesterol: 20