Description
Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is a delightful and refreshing dish that brings together the creaminess of ripe avocado, the tangy flavor of crumbled feta, and the hearty goodness of chickpeas. This nutritious salad is perfect for a light lunch, a vibrant side at any gathering, or as a satisfying main course. With bright flavors from fresh herbs and a zesty dressing, it’s not just quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste preferences.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15-ounce) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, diced
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup fresh mint, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta, red onion slices, parsley, and mint.
- In a separate small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss to combine without mashing the avocado.
- Serve immediately or chill for about 30 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg