Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing salad that brings together the earthy goodness of chickpeas, the sweet tang of dried cranberries, and the creamy richness of feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, this dish is perfect for any occasion—whether as a satisfying main course or a delightful side. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Serve it at lunch, dinner, or gatherings for a nutritious and flavorful addition that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- For the Lemon Vinaigrette: 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 mixing bowl, combine chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, cranberries, 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 combined.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg