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Fresh Greek Chickpea Salad with Zesty Lemon Oregano Dressing

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A quick, easy, and refreshing Greek chickpea salad featuring a zesty lemon oregano dressing, perfect for a light and satisfying summer lunch.

Ingredients

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  • 1 can (15 oz / 425 g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 medium cucumber, diced (English cucumber preferred)
  • 1 cup (150 g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 cup (40 g) red onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup (70 g) Kalamata olives, pitted and sliced
  • 2 tbsp fresh oregano, chopped
  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup (75 g) feta cheese, crumbled (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Drain well.
  2. Dice the cucumber into bite-sized pieces. Halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion and roughly chop the fresh oregano.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper until emulsified and slightly thickened.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rinsed chickpeas, diced cucumber, halved tomatoes, chopped red onion, and sliced Kalamata olives. Pour the dressing over and toss gently to coat evenly.
  5. Crumble feta cheese over the salad and sprinkle with chopped parsley. Toss lightly to distribute.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as needed.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes to let flavors meld. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Notes

Rinse chickpeas well to remove canned flavor. Use fresh lemon juice for best taste. Toss gently to avoid crushing tomatoes and feta. Salad can be made ahead and chilled to meld flavors. For vegan version, omit feta or use plant-based cheese. Fresh oregano is preferred; substitute with fresh thyme or basil if unavailable.

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Keywords: Greek chickpea salad, lemon oregano dressing, summer salad, healthy lunch, easy salad recipe, vegetarian, gluten-free

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