Chickpea Beet Feta Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette
Chickpea Beet Feta Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette is a vibrant and nutritious dish that perfectly balances flavors and colors. This delightful salad features hearty chickpeas and earthy beets, all tossed in a zesty lemon-garlic vinaigrette. With its quick preparation time, this salad is ideal for busy weekdays or as an impressive side at gatherings. Packed with protein and antioxidants, it not only satisfies the palate but also supports overall health. Enjoy it as a light meal, a topping for grain bowls, or even as an appetizer at your next event.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium cooked beets, peeled and diced
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas and diced beets.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Pour the dressing over the chickpea-beet mixture and toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta on top and toss gently once more to combine.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 10mg