Ingredients
– 1 can (15 ounces) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
– 1 medium cucumber, diced
– 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
– ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
– ¼ red onion, finely chopped
– 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
– Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Creating this Easy Chickpea Cucumber Salad with Feta and Tomatoes is straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Chickpeas: Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Set aside.
2. Chop the Vegetables: Dice the cucumber and halved the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion and parsley.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and chopped parsley.
4. Add Feta: Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese to avoid breaking it apart too much.
5. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and pepper.
6. Combine Everything: Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to ensure even coating.
7. Chill (Optional): For enhanced flavor, cover the salad and refrigerate for about 30 minutes before serving.
8. Serve: Give the salad another quick toss and serve immediately or enjoy it chilled.
Following these steps will ensure you create a delightful salad that combines simplicity with wonderful flavors!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 14g
- Protein: 10g