Description
This Healthy Chickpea Cucumber Salad is a refreshing, protein-packed dish that’s perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or a light side dish. With crisp cucumbers, hearty chickpeas, fresh herbs, and a zesty dressing, this salad is both nourishing and incredibly satisfying. It’s easy to make, customizable, and bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors
Ingredients
- Canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
- Red onions, finely chopped
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
- Garlic clove, minced
- Whole grain mustard
- Sumac (optional)
- Dried oregano
- Kosher salt
- Black pepper
- Red wine vinegar
- Fresh lemon juice
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Combine the chickpeas, cucumbers, red onions, parsley, and feta cheese in a large bowl.
- Prepare the vinaigrette by whisking together garlic, mustard, sumac, oregano, salt, black pepper, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and olive oil.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to combine.
- Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a chilled experience.
Notes
- For extra crunch, let the cucumbers sit in salt for 10 minutes before draining.
- Make it vegan by omitting the feta cheese or using a dairy-free alternative.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- For a protein boost, add grilled chicken or tofu.
- Serve with pita bread, hummus, or over greens for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean