Description
Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas is a refreshing and nutritious dish that bursts with flavor, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. This vibrant salad combines crunchy cucumbers, creamy feta cheese, and hearty chickpeas, all tossed together with fresh herbs and a zesty dressing. Perfect as a side at barbecues or potlucks, or enjoyed on its own for a light lunch, this salad is quick to prepare—ready in just 15 minutes! With its health-conscious ingredients, it’s not only delicious but also a fantastic way to incorporate more veggies into your diet.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers (about 4 cups), diced
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1–2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, cilantro, and 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 the cucumbers thoroughly before dicing them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced cucumbers, rinsed chickpeas, sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, and fresh herbs.
- Drizzle in the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and pepper; mix well to combine.
- Serve immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: N/A
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg