Description
Chickpea Beet Feta Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette is a vibrant and nutritious dish that bursts with flavor. This colorful salad combines protein-rich chickpeas, earthy beets, and creamy feta cheese, making it an ideal choice for a light meal or an impressive side dish at gatherings. The zesty lemon-garlic vinaigrette enhances the natural flavors of the ingredients while adding a refreshing twist. Perfect for busy weeknights or summer picnics, this salad is quick to prepare and sure to delight your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium cooked beets, peeled and diced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas and diced beets gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well blended.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta on top and toss again to distribute evenly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately or chill for later enjoyment.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 10mg