Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing salad that perfectly balances earthy chickpeas, sweet cranberries, and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, this dish is not only quick to make but also versatile enough to serve as a side or light main course. Ideal for busy days, gatherings, or meal prep, it combines nutritious ingredients that will satisfy your taste buds while keeping your health in check. Whether enjoyed on its own or served alongside grilled meats, this salad is sure to become a favorite in your recipe rotation.
Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas (15 oz), 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
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped red onion, and fresh 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 blended.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg