Description
This Mediterranean Chickpea and Avocado Salad is a fresh and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or side. Packed with protein, healthy fats, and vibrant vegetables, it’s a satisfying meal on its own or paired with grilled protein. The creamy avocado, tangy feta, and zesty dressing make this salad a summer favorite.
Ingredients
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Salad:
- 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 2 ripe avocados (diced)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 small cucumber (diced)
- ¼ cup red onion (finely chopped)
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives (pitted and sliced)
- ¼ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, avocados, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, olives, feta, and parsley.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
- Toss and Serve: Pour dressing over salad and gently toss to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For added protein, top with grilled chicken or shrimp.
- To keep avocados fresh, add them just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
