Servings: 4 | Prep Time: 15 minutes
This Mediterranean Salad Recipe is a vibrant, wholesome, and flavor-packed dish that’s perfect as a side or a light main course. Featuring protein-rich chickpeas, crunchy cucumber, juicy tomatoes, briny olives, and creamy feta cheese, it’s a refreshing option that comes together in no time. Drizzled with a zesty olive oil and lemon dressing, this salad is a true celebration of Mediterranean flavors.
Ingredients:
For the Salad:
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 large cucumber, diced
- 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- ½ cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
For the Dressing:
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Mediterranean Salad Recipe Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, red onion, and parsley.
2. Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Assemble the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
- Add crumbled feta cheese on top and give the salad a light toss.
4. Serve:
Serve immediately or let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 15–30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Tips:
- For added crunch, sprinkle toasted pine nuts or sunflower seeds on top.
- This salad pairs beautifully with grilled chicken, fish, or pita bread.
- If you prefer a dairy-free option, substitute feta cheese with avocado cubes.
