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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette: The Best Summer Dish

Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette: The Best Summer Dish
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If you’re craving a dish that captures the essence of summer, look no further than this Mediterranean Chickpea Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette. This refreshing salad is a delightful mix of textures and flavors, featuring protein-packed chickpeas, crisp vegetables, and a zesty lemon dressing that brightens up every bite. Easy to prepare in just 20 minutes without any cooking required, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or as a stunning side at gatherings. Versatile enough to serve as a light lunch or part of a picnic spread, this salad is sure to impress family and friends alike.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cans chickpeas (15 oz each), drained and rinsed
  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
  • ½ red onion, finely diced
  • ¾ cup kalamata olives, pitted and halved
  • ¾ cup crumbled feta cheese (or dairy-free feta)
  • ½ cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • ¼ cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey (or maple syrup)
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas; pat dry.
  2. Dice the cucumber, bell peppers, and onion into uniform pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes and olives.
  3. Chop the fresh herbs.
  4. In a bowl, whisk together lemon juice, garlic, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), oregano, cumin, olive oil until emulsified; season with salt and pepper.
  5. Combine chickpeas, vegetables, olives, and herbs in a large bowl; pour vinaigrette over and toss gently.
  6. Fold in crumbled feta cheese just before serving.

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