Description
Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas is a vibrant and refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This delightful salad features crunchy cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and hearty chickpeas, making it an ideal choice for potlucks, BBQs, or a light lunch. With its bright colors and zesty dressing, this salad is not only visually appealing but also packed with nutrients. It’s perfect for meal prep, keeping well in the fridge for several days while maintaining its fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup feta cheese, diced or crumbled
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint)
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Wash and dice the cucumbers into bite-sized pieces; place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Add chickpeas, red onion, feta cheese, garlic, and chopped herbs to the bowl.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and gently mix until well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 205
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg