Description
A vibrant salad bursting with flavors from chickpeas, black beans, fresh veggies, and a zesty dressing, perfect for summer gatherings or as a hearty meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can of black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cucumber, diced
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather Your Ingredients: Start by gathering all your fresh and vibrant ingredients.
- Prepare the Veggies: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, black beans, halved cherry tomatoes, diced cucumber, finely chopped red onion, parsley, and crumbled feta cheese. Toss gently to mix.
- Craft the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure everything is coated.
- Chill or Serve: Serve immediately or let it chill in the fridge for about 20 minutes for the best flavor.
Notes
Rinse canned beans to remove excess sodium. Use fresh herbs and quality olive oil for enhanced flavors. This salad can be made a day ahead for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 5mg