Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette
Looking for a quick and refreshing salad that bursts with flavor? This Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is your answer! In just 10 minutes, you can create a vibrant dish perfect for busy weeknights or as a delightful addition to your gatherings. The earthy chickpeas, sweet cranberries, and creamy feta are enhanced by a zesty lemon vinaigrette, making this salad a true crowd-pleaser. Enjoy it as a light main course or serve it alongside grilled meats and veggies for a nutritious meal. With its simple preparation and healthy ingredients, this recipe is destined to become a favorite in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained & rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- â…“ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss until evenly coated. Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 15mg