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Homemade Easy Chickpea Salad Recipe

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A refreshing and simple homemade chickpea salad combining fresh vegetables, herbs, and a tangy lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for a quick, healthy meal or side dish, the salad features crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, colorful bell peppers, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a bright, flavorful dressing.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

Lemon Vinaigrette

  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • Black pepper to taste

Salad

  • 1 (14 ounce) can chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
  • 1 cup diced Persian or English cucumber
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 yellow bell pepper (diced)
  • 1/4 cup diced red onion
  • 1/4 cup chopped flat leaf parsley
  • 2 tablespoons chopped dill
  • 4 ounces feta (cut into cubes)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Lemon Vinaigrette: In a jar with a lid or a small bowl, combine the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, dijon mustard, honey, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Shake or whisk the ingredients together until the dressing is well blended and emulsified.
  2. Combine the Salad Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl or salad bowl, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved cherry tomatoes, diced yellow bell pepper, diced red onion, chopped flat leaf parsley, and chopped dill. Toss these ingredients gently together to mix.
  3. Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared lemon vinaigrette over the chickpea and vegetable mixture. Stir everything together carefully to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
  4. Add the Feta Cheese: Gently fold in the cubes of feta cheese to the salad, taking care not to break them apart. This adds a creamy, salty contrast to the fresh vegetables and herbs.
  5. Season and Serve: Taste the salad and adjust the seasoning if necessary by adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice. Serve the salad immediately for the freshest flavor and texture.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese alternative.
  • This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one day.
  • Use fresh herbs for the brightest flavor; dried herbs are not recommended in this recipe.
  • If you prefer, add other fresh vegetables like red or green bell peppers or radishes for added crunch.
  • Adjust the honey quantity according to your preferred sweetness level.
  • Author: ELLA
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://ellarecipe.com/homemade-easy-chickpea-salad-recipe/