Description

Dive into the fresh, vibrant flavors of this Cucumber Salad Chickpeas recipe. Perfect for a Healthy Lunch Gluten Free option, this dish combines satisfying protein from chickpeas with the creamy goodness of feta, making it ideal for Easy Healthy Summer Lunch Ideas. Packed with nutrients, it’s a salad that serves as a delightful bite for Salad Recipes Feta lovers.

Ingredients

Scale

1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), 15 oz, rinsed and drained
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved or quartered (about 15 tomatoes)
4 Persian cucumbers, diced, or 1 English cucumber
¼ cup red onion, diced (about a quarter of an onion)
¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped, more to taste
2 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped, more to taste
½ cup crumbled feta cheese (4 oz or half a block)

Instructions

Rinse the chickpeas thoroughly in a colander under cold running water, then drain well.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas with the sliced cherry tomatoes and diced cucumbers.
Add the diced red onion, chopped parsley, and dill. Gently toss all the ingredients together to ensure even distribution.
Finish the salad by sprinkling crumbled feta cheese on top. Toss lightly to mix the cheese throughout the salad without breaking the feta too much.
Serve it chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing, protein-packed Healthy Lunch Gluten Free option.

Notes

Choose fresh, firm cucumbers and ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
Make it ahead: Let the salad sit in the refrigerator for a few hours to let the flavors meld together.
If you desire a creamier texture, mash a few chickpeas before mixing.

Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 0 mins
Category: Salad
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 250 kcal
Sugar: 5 g
Sodium: 300 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 4 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 10 g
Protein: 10 g
Cholesterol: 25 mg

Keywords: Chickpea Cucumber Salad, Summer Salad, Healthy Chickpea Salad, Dietitian Salad Recipe