Chickpea, tomato and feta salad

Enjoy a refreshing Chickpea, Tomato, and Feta Salad bursting with flavors from cherry tomatoes, fresh parsley, and tangy feta. Tossed with a light vinaigrette, this easy-to-make salad is perfect for a healthy lunch or a satisfying side dish.

03 Sep 2025
Cook time 0 min
Prep time 20 min

Ingredients:

1/3 can canned chickpeas
2 cups cherry tomatoes
1 onion
1 cup fresh parsley
1/2 cup feta cheese
2 tbsp vinegar
1 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sugar
Chickpea, tomato and feta salad

Chickpea, tomato, and feta salad is a delightful and nutritious dish that combines the earthy flavors of chickpeas, the freshness of cherry tomatoes, the sharpness of onion, and the creamy texture of feta cheese. This salad is quick to prepare and perfect for a light meal or as a side dish for your main course. With a touch of fresh parsley and a simple dressing of vinegar and olive oil, this salad becomes a burst of flavors and textures in every bite.

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Drain and rinse the canned chickpeas thoroughly.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Finely chop the onion.
- Roughly chop the fresh parsley.
- Crumble the feta cheese.
2. Combine Base Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, add the drained chickpeas, halved cherry tomatoes, chopped onion, and parsley.
3. Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, mix together the vinegar, olive oil, and sugar until the sugar is fully dissolved.
4. Toss the Salad:
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl.
- Toss gently to ensure all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.
5. Add Cheese:
- Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese on top of the salad.

6. Final Toss:
- Give the salad one final gentle toss to distribute the feta cheese throughout.
7. Serve:
- Transfer the salad to a serving dish and enjoy immediately.

Tips:

- Rinse and drain the canned chickpeas thoroughly to remove excess sodium and improve taste.

- For a more robust flavor, let the salad sit for about 30 minutes before serving to allow the ingredients to marinate and blend together.

- Use a variety of cherry tomatoes, such as heirloom or grape tomatoes, to add more color and flavor diversity to your salad.

- If you prefer a bit more crunch, you can lightly toast the chickpeas in a pan with a drizzle of olive oil before adding them to the salad.

- For an extra burst of freshness, you can add a splash of lemon juice to the dressing.

- Feel free to customize the salad by adding other ingredients like cucumbers, bell peppers, or olives.

This Chickpea, tomato, and feta salad is a versatile and delicious addition to any meal. The combination of chickpeas, fresh vegetables, and feta cheese, enhanced by a light dressing, creates a dish that's not only healthy but also bursting with flavor. Enjoy it as a refreshing light meal, a side dish, or even a potluck favorite. Happy cooking!

Nutrition per serving

8 Servings
Calories 88kcal
Protein 4.24g
Carbohydrates 9g
Fiber 2.30g
Sugar 3.48g
Fat 5g

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