Colorful Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Recipe

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What a beauty this Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is! Bursting with colors and flavors, this salad combines fresh red onion, crisp cucumber, juicy cherry tomatoes, vibrant red bell pepper, savory kalamata olives, and protein-packed chickpeas for a satisfying and nutritious dish.

This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad is sure to brighten up any meal with its colorful presentation and irresistible flavors, perfect for a quick lunch or a side dish at your next gathering.

Why We Love This Recipe

• This salad combines lots of fresh and delicious veggies, including cucumber, cherry tomatoes, and red bell pepper.
• It’s packed with nutrients from the veggies and chickpeas, making it a nutritious choice.
• You can serve it as a main or side dish or bring it to gatherings.
• Super easy to make.
• The homemade dressing in this recipe brings everything together perfectly. The combination of lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and fresh herbs adds a tangy taste that enhances the overall flavor of the salad.

Ingredients

• ½ red onion
• 1 medium cucumber 
• ½ c cherry tomatoes
• 1 red bell pepper
• ½ c kalamata olives
• 2 cans chickpeas
• ¼ c capers
• ½ tsp salt
• ⅛ tsp black pepper
• 5 Tbsp olive oil
• ¼ c white wine vinegar
• 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 Tbsp fresh parsley
• 1 Tbsp fresh basil
• 1 Tbsp fresh mint
• ½ c feta cheese

Instructions on How to Make Chickpea Salad

1. Begin by slicing and chopping half of the red onion into small pieces. Quarter the cucumber and slice the cherry tomatoes into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Place them all into a large bowl.

1. Next, remove the stem and seeds from the red bell pepper. Slice and chop it into small pieces and add them to the salad. Be sure to cut the olives in half and check for any pits!
2. Drain and rinse the two cans of chickpeas, then add them to the bowl. Also, include the capers, salt, and pepper. Toss all the ingredients together until they are well mixed.

1. In a separate small bowl, squeeze the lemon juice. Add the olive oil and white wine vinegar, whisking to combine. Roughly chop the fresh herbs and add them to the dressing, giving it a good stir.

1. Just before serving, pour the dressing over the salad and mix well to ensure everything is evenly coated. Sprinkle the top with crumbled feta cheese and enjoy the burst of Mediterranean flavors! Remember not to add the dressing until you’re ready to serve to maintain freshness.

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