Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a delightful and vibrant salad that perfectly balances earthy chickpeas, sweet dried cranberries, and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, this dish is both refreshing and nutritious. Whether served as a light main course or as a colorful side at gatherings, it’s sure to impress. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make salad is ideal for busy days or casual lunches. Enjoy the nourishing combination of protein-rich chickpeas and calcium-filled feta, making every bite satisfying and wholesome.
Ingredients
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently to coat all ingredients evenly.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Feel free to adjust the sweetness of the vinaigrette to your liking. This salad can be customized by adding nuts or seeds for extra crunch.