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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad for a Refreshing Summer Boost

This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad combines health and flavor for a refreshing summer experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas rinsed and drained
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cucumber diced
  • 1 tomato chopped
  • ½ cup olives pitted
  • ¼ cup red onion finely chopped
  • ¼ cup parsley chopped
For the Dressing
  • 1 lemon juice juice of 1 lemon
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • to taste salt for seasoning
  • to taste pepper for seasoning

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Whisk
  • small bowl

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium mixing bowl, add chickpeas, garlic, cucumber, tomato, olives, red onion, and parsley. Sprinkle in oregano and basil.
  2. Gently toss the ingredients together until combined and evenly distributed.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and olive oil until emulsified.
  4. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix to coat everything evenly.
  5. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and add more lemon juice if desired.
  6. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 4 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 6gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, allow the salad to chill for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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