Description
Discover the vibrant Chickpea, Beet and Feta Salad, a delightful combination of earthy roasted beets, creamy feta, and hearty chickpeas. This nutritious salad is perfect for lunch, dinner, or as a colorful side dish at any gathering. Packed with protein and essential vitamins, it’s a quick and easy recipe that caters to health-conscious eaters. With just 20 minutes of prep time, you can enjoy its mix of textures and flavors while impressing your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium beets, roasted and chopped
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach or mixed greens
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap beets in foil and roast on a baking sheet for about 45 minutes or until tender. Let cool before peeling.
- In a mixing bowl, combine drained chickpeas, chopped roasted beets, crumbled feta, spinach or greens, and sliced red onion.
- In a small bowl, whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper. Drizzle over the salad mixture.
- Gently toss all ingredients together until well combined. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 25mg