Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and nutritious salad that brings together the earthiness of chickpeas, the sweetness of cranberries, and the creaminess of feta cheese, all dressed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. This refreshing dish is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re looking for a quick lunch, a delightful side for dinner, or an impressive party appetizer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained & 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 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- salt & pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, feta cheese, cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- In a separate small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey or maple syrup, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavors before enjoying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg