Salads
Mediterranean Chickpea and Cucumber Salad
A refreshing salad combining chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, and feta with a lemon-olive oil dressing, offering a perfect balance of bright and savory Mediterranean flavors.
Prep10 min
Cook0 min
Rest / chill0 min
Total10 min
Yield4 servings
Gather your ingredients
Ingredients
Check off items as you go. US customary measures.
One step at a time
Let’s make it
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, diced cucumber, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top and serve immediately or chill for 20 minutes before serving.
A little kitchen know-how
Drain and rinse canned chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess sodium and improve flavor.
Storage & leftovers
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator up to 2 days for best texture. Avoid dressing until ready to serve if storing longer.
Cooking times are estimates; check doneness. See safe cooking temperatures and food storage guidance. Check ingredient labels for allergens.