Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad: A Colorful Refreshing Delight
Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad offers a vibrant and nutritious option for busy days.
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Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 250kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- spatula
- small bowl or jar
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
- 1 medium avocado diced
- 100 grams feta cheese crumbled
- 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
- 1 bunch fresh parsley chopped
- 1 bunch fresh mint chopped
For the Dressing
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
Step-by-Step Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint. Carefully fold these ingredients together using a spatula until evenly distributed.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and ½ teaspoon of dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste, stirring until well emulsified.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Gently toss everything together, ensuring each ingredient is well coated with the dressing.
- You can serve the salad immediately or chill it in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.
Notes
Always use ripe avocados and fresh herbs for maximum flavor. Add dressing just before serving to keep the vegetables crisp and fresh.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 250kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 10g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 500mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 30mg | Calcium: 150mg | Iron: 2mg