Description
Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is a vibrant and nutritious dish that brings together the creaminess of ripe avocados, the briny goodness of feta cheese, and the hearty texture of chickpeas. This refreshing salad is not only quick to prepare in just 15 minutes but also makes for a perfect light lunch or a delightful side dish at dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15-ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, pitted and diced
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, red onion, parsley, and mint.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and gently toss until well-coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: To enhance flavor complexity, consider adding diced cucumbers or bell peppers. For optimal freshness and taste, let the salad marinate for about 30 minutes before serving. Substitute feta cheese with a plant-based alternative to create a vegan version.