Chickpea Beet Feta Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette
Chickpea Beet Feta Salad with Lemon-Garlic Vinaigrette is a delightful medley of vibrant colors and flavors, making it the perfect addition to any meal. This quick and easy salad combines hearty chickpeas and earthy beets, topped with crumbled feta cheese and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing that elevates the entire dish. Packed with protein and essential nutrients, it serves as a refreshing light lunch or a colorful side at dinner gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 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 bowl, combine chickpeas and diced beets; mix gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour dressing over the salad mixture; toss gently to coat.
- Sprinkle crumbled feta over the top; toss again lightly.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired, then serve or chill before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (180g)
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg