06/07/2026
🥗🫒 Greek-Inspired Chickpea Salad (Fresh, Colorful & Mediterranean Classic)
⏱ Prep Time: 15 minutes
🍽 Servings: 4
🛒 Ingredients
🫘 Base
• 2 cans (15 oz each) chickpeas, rinsed & drained
• Freshly cracked black pepper
🥬 Greens & Vegetables
• 3–4 cups romaine lettuce, chopped
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
• ½ cup red onion, diced
• 1 cup mini sweet peppers, sliced
🫒 Toppings
• ½ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
• ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
• ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
🍋 Mediterranean Vinaigrette
• 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice (or red wine vinegar)
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt & freshly cracked black pepper
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare Base
Add romaine lettuce to a large bowl or platter.
2️⃣ Add Salad Ingredients
Layer chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, sweet peppers, olives, feta, and parsley over the greens.
3️⃣ Make Dressing
Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper until well combined.
4️⃣ Toss & Finish
Drizzle dressing over salad just before serving and toss gently.
5️⃣ Serve
Serve fresh as a main meal or side dish.
💡 Tips
• Chill chickpeas before assembling for extra freshness ❄️
• Add grilled chicken or tuna for more protein 🍗🐟
• A pinch of chili flakes adds a nice kick 🌶️
• Crisp, tangy, creamy, and perfectly balanced Mediterranean flavor ✨