Description
Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas is a delightful, vibrant dish that brightens any meal. This refreshing salad combines crisp cucumbers, protein-packed chickpeas, and creamy feta cheese, all tossed together with fresh herbs and a zesty dressing. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue, attending a potluck, or simply enjoying a light lunch, this easy-to-make salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium English cucumbers (or about 4 cups)
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, cilantro, mint)
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Dice washed cucumbers into small pieces and place in a large mixing bowl.
- Add drained chickpeas, sliced red onion, crumbled feta cheese, minced garlic, and chopped herbs to the bowl.
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the mixture; season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently until everything is well combined. Serve immediately or chill for up to four days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg