Easy Chickpea Salad

This Easy Chickpea Salad just has a few ingredients and is so fresh and flavorful. Eat it as is or stuff it into a pita for a filling sandwich.

For me, Greek-inspired food is a close second to Mexican. I love that it’s light, flavorful, and usually packed with fresh ingredients. I tend to get carried away when making salads and put every vegetable I own into them. Still, I wanted to make this Easy Chickpea Salad for you today since I know not everyone has access to tons of vegetables right now.

Sometimes, simplicity is better, and since there are only a few ingredients in this easy chickpea salad, you can really appreciate every one.

Why Your Body Will Love This Fresh Chickpea Salad

• Chickpeas are super(food!) – Chickpeas contain saponins, which help fight cancer, and calcium, iron, and other nutrients that contribute to bone health. Chickpeas help the brain and nervous system function properly and contain vitamins A, C, E, folate, and magnesium.
• Antioxidants – Tomatoes boast antioxidant power. Antioxidants help neutralize harmful free radicals in the blood, and the lycopene in tomatoes may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases, including heart disease and cancer. Tomatoes are also high in vitamin C, which supports our immune systems.
• Vitamins and Minerals – Cucumbers have a high water content and are super hydrating for our bodies, which is especially great during the hot summer months. They also contain vitamins and minerals like vitamin C, potassium, vitamin K, and magnesium. They’re a great source of antioxidants.

What You’ll Need To Make This Chickpea Salad Recipe

• Chickpeas – I suppose that one goes without saying! I use good-quality canned chickpeas that I drain and rinse well. You can also make your own using dried chickpeas.
• Tomato – I love cherry tomatoes in a recipe like this because they’re sweet and bite-sized. I used red cherry tomatoes, but you can also use yellow or dice up a regular tomato.
• Cucumber – Cucumber is a classic flavor in Greek salad recipes, and it adds such a refreshing taste. I like hothouse cucumbers because they’re not as seedy or watery. 
• Red Onion – I love the added crunch, strong taste, and color of red onion, but you could also use yellow or white.
• Feta Cheese – The feta adds a nice creaminess and saltiness to this chickpea salad. If you don’t eat dairy, you can leave it out or use homemade Tofu Feta.

If you have fresh herbs on hand, they’re a great addition to your Easy Chickpea Salad. Last year’s mint plant has just begun to come back, and the fresh mint is so good here. Other fresh herbs to consider are dill, parsley, cilantro, and basil.

I also love to serve this salad with my favorite Pan-Fried Pita Bread Recipe. I spoon a bit of salad into each slice of pita and eat it like a sandwich. It’s so good!

How To Make This Easy Chickpea Salad

You’re more than welcome to add any other veggies you have on hand to this salad. Red pepper and olives are great if you have them. I top my salad with a super easy Greek-style dressing to help all the flavors come together. This Chickpea Salad is great for an easy lunch or afternoon snack!

1. Add all the dressing ingredients to a large bowl and mix until combined. Alternatively, mix them together in a small jar or bowl. Add the remaining ingredients and mix again until everything is coated with the dressing.
2. Enjoy salad by itself or with my favorite Pan-fried Pita Bread.

Have a question about this recipe? Ask me in the comments, and I’ll get back t you ASAP.

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Easy Chickpea Salad

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• Author: She Likes Food
• Total Time: 15 mins
• Yield: 4 1x
• Diet: Vegetarian

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This Easy Chickpea Salad is fresh, flavorful and perfect for lunch!

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Ingredients

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• 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed, or about 1 1/2 cups
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, cut in half
• 1 1/2 cups diced cucumber
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/3 cup diced red onion
• 1 small handful fresh herbs, such as mint, basil, cilantro or parsley

Dressing:

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 1/2 teaspoon pure maple syrup
• 1 small clove garlic, grated or minced
• 1/4 teaspoon dried Italian herbs
• Salt and pepper, to taste

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Instructions

1. Add all the dressing ingredients to a large bowl and mix until combined.  Or, mix them together in a small jar or bowl.  Add in the remaining ingredients and mix again until everything is coated with the dressing.
2. Enjoy salad by itself or eat with my favorite Pan Fried Pita Bread.

 

Notes

Chickpea Salad with stay good in the refrigerator for about 3 days.

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Category: Salad, Vegetarian
• Method: No Cook
• Cuisine: Greek