Description
Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas is a vibrant, refreshing dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. This salad features crunchy cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and hearty chickpeas, all tossed in a zesty dressing made from fresh herbs, lemon juice, and olive oil. Ideal for potlucks, BBQs, or as a light lunch option, this salad is not only quick to prepare but also healthy and satisfying. With its delightful medley of flavors and textures, it’s sure to impress anyone who tries it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers (about 4 cups), diced
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup feta cheese, diced or crumbled
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup mixed fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry cucumbers; dice them into small pieces. Add to a large bowl.
- Incorporate chickpeas, red onion, feta cheese, garlic, and fresh herbs into the cucumber.
- Drizzle with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or chill for an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 197
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 13mg