Description
Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer eating. This salad combines crisp cucumbers, protein-packed chickpeas, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed in a zesty dressing with fresh herbs. Ideal for potlucks, picnics, or as a light lunch option, this dish is not only quick to prepare but also packed with flavor and nutrition. In just 15 minutes, you can create a colorful salad that elevates any meal. Enjoy it on its own, in pita bread, or as a delightful side dish alongside your favorite grilled proteins.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers (about 4 cups diced)
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas (rinsed and drained)
- 1 cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- 1/2 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1–2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 cup fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, chickpeas, red onion, feta cheese, garlic, and herbs.
- Add olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper to the bowl.
- Mix gently until well combined. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg