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Chopped Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Chopped Mediterranean chickpea salad with cucumbers tomatoes feta and creamy dressing
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This vibrant, make-ahead salad features crisp vegetables, creamy feta, and briny olives in a zesty lemon-herb dressing. It stays fresh for days and is perfect as a main dish or alongside grilled proteins. Simple ingredients come together for a nourishing and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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  • 2 (15 oz) cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed well
  • 1 large English cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 medium red onion, finely diced
  • 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
  • 4 oz block feta cheese, crumbled (about 1 cup)
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Instructions

  1. Prep the vegetables. Dice the cucumber and bell pepper. Finely dice the red onion. Halve the tomatoes and olives. Place all in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Dry the chickpeas. Spread the rinsed chickpeas on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat them thoroughly dry. This prevents a soggy salad.
  3. Make the dressing. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  4. Combine the salad. Add the dried chickpeas, crumbled feta, parsley, and mint to the bowl with the vegetables.
  5. Dress and toss. Pour about three-quarters of the dressing over the salad. Gently fold everything together until evenly coated. Taste and add remaining dressing if desired.
  6. Rest and serve. Let the salad sit for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.

Notes

For best results, use fresh lemon juice. The salad keeps well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For a dairy-free version, omit the feta or use a vegan alternative.

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