Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette – The Best 10-Minute Zesty Salad is an invigorating dish that combines hearty chickpeas, tangy feta cheese, and sweet cranberries for a delightful flavor explosion. This quick and easy salad is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, making it a staple in any kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, finely chopped red onion, and fresh parsley. Toss gently until well combined.
- For the lemon vinaigrette, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl or jar until smooth.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss well to ensure every ingredient is coated. For optimal flavor integration, chill in the refrigerator for about 15-20 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 20mg