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A beautifully plated Mediterranean Chickpea Salad in a white bowl, featuring vibrant chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, crumbled feta, and fresh parsley, surrounded by fresh ingredients and dressing in a rustic setting.

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad

By Elyssa
Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is a classic dish that perfectly balances flavor, nutrition, and versatility. Whether you're hosting a summer picnic, planning a quick lunch, or looking for a side dish for dinner, this recipe is your go-to. The combination of crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, tangy feta, and protein-packed chickpeas makes every bite irresistible.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Course Salad
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 8 servings
Calories 300 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can (15 ounces) of chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 piece  cucumber, diced
  • 1/2 piece red onion, thinly sliced-
  • 1/2 Cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved-
  • 1/4 Cup fresh parsley, chopped-
  • 1/4 Cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 3 tbsp olive oil-
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice-
  • 1 clove garlic, minced-
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano-
  • 1 Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, parsley, and feta cheese.
    A vibrant kitchen scene with a mixing bowl of chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta, and herbs being tossed with a wooden spoon, surrounded by fresh ingredients and a jar of lemon dressing.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Adjust seasoning if needed.
    A beautifully plated Mediterranean Chickpea Salad in a white bowl, featuring vibrant chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, crumbled feta, and fresh parsley, surrounded by fresh ingredients and dressing in a rustic setting.

Notes

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Keyword Chickpea salad,, Mediterranean salad, Vegetarian