Description
This Easy Chickpea Cucumber Salad with Feta and Tomatoes is a refreshing, light, and healthy salad that’s perfect for any occasion. Packed with protein-rich chickpeas, crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and creamy feta, it’s a quick, no-cook dish that’s bursting with flavor. Whether as a side dish or a light main course, this salad is satisfying and easy to make. Great for meal prep, and perfect for a summer picnic or BBQ!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables:
In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion. - Make the Dressing:
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, dried oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well combined. - Assemble the Salad:
Pour the dressing over the chickpea and vegetable mixture. Toss gently to combine. - Add Feta and Garnish:
Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top of the salad. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. - Serve:
Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course. You can also store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days for easy meal prep.
Notes
- Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or olives for extra flavor.
- For a vegan version, swap the feta cheese for a plant-based cheese or omit it altogether.
- You can add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little extra heat if you like.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Healthy Eating
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg