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Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas

Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas: Refreshing & Easy

This Herby Cucumber Salad with Feta and Chickpeas is a refreshing, quick dish full of vibrant summer flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 pieces English cucumbers Crunchy and hydrating
  • 1 can Chickpeas Drained and rinsed
  • ½ cup Feta Cheese Crumbled, can be substituted with goat cheese
  • ¼ cup Red Onion Finely chopped, can use green onions for a milder taste
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced, can omit for a milder flavor
  • 1 handful Chopped Herbs (parsley, dill, or mint) Fresh, mix according to taste
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin, can use avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar Can substitute with lemon juice
  • ½ lemon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to preference
  • to taste Black Pepper Freshly ground, adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash 2 English cucumbers thoroughly, slice them in half lengthwise, then dice into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Drain and rinse 1 can of chickpeas, then add to the mixing bowl with ½ cup crumbled feta, ¼ cup chopped red onion, 1 minced garlic clove, and fresh herbs. Stir gently.
  3. Drizzle 3 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar over the mixture, add lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Mix gently.
  4. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice if necessary.
  5. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving. If chilling, cover with plastic wrap.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Allow the salad to chill for enhanced flavors. Store any leftovers separately from the dressing to prevent sogginess. Use fresh ingredients for the best taste.

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