Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing salad that beautifully marries the earthy flavors of chickpeas with the sweet tartness of dried cranberries and creamy feta cheese. Tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette, this dish serves as a delightful side, a light lunch option, or an impressive addition to any picnic spread. With its quick preparation time of just 10 minutes, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or last-minute gatherings. Enjoy this nutritious salad as a standalone meal or pair it with grilled proteins for a complete dining experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 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
- Salt & black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate 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 chickpea mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately for optimal freshness or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 340
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg