Mediterranean Chickpea Salad
Bursting with the flavors of the region, this salad is a celebration of wholesome ingredients and harmonious textures that will transport your taste buds to a place of pure culinary delight.
Perfect for a light lunch, a refreshing side dish, or a crowd-pleasing potluck contribution, this salad is a testament to the simplicity and brilliance of Mediterranean cuisine. It’s a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients that come together effortlessly to create a dish that is not only delicious but also a feast for the eyes.
So, embrace the flavors of the Mediterranean, savor the goodness of chickpeas, and let this salad transport you to a place where every bite is a moment of sunshine on your palate. Prepare to be whisked away to the azure blue waters and golden landscapes with each refreshing forkful of our Mediterranean Chickpea Salad.
ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 15-ounce cans chickpeas, drained and rinsed (get more recipes)
- 1 large cucumber, diced (get more recipes)
- 1/4 cup red onion, diced (get more recipes)
- 1/4 cup finely chopped parsley (get more recipes)
For the Lemon Vinaigrette:
- 1/4 cup olive oil (get more recipes)
- Juice of 1 lemon (get more recipes)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup (get more recipes)
- Salt substitute, to taste (get more recipes)
- Black pepper, to taste (get more recipes)
For The Cheese Substitute:
- 1 cup cauliflower florets (get more recipes)
- 1/4 cup coconut cream (from the top of a refrigerated can of coconut milk) (get more recipes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (get more recipes)
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (get more recipes)
- Salt, to taste (get more recipes)
INSTRUCTIONS
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, diced cucumber, diced red onion, and finely chopped parsley.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, honey or maple syrup, salt, and black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste.
- Pour the Lemon Vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to combine.
- Crumble feta substitute over the salad. You can make an feta using ingredients like coconut or cauliflower
- Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.
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