Description
The Bell Pepper & Feta Chickpea Salad is a healthy and vibrant dish that is both filling and refreshing. At its core, it is a salad made with chickpeas (a protein-rich legume), fresh bell peppers, cherry tomatoes, red onion, and feta cheese. The dish is typically dressed with olive oil, vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper for flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, diced
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or lemon juice)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Ingredients
- In a large mixing bowl, add the drained chickpeas, diced red and yellow bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, and chopped red onion.
Step 2: Add Feta and Parsley
- Gently fold in the crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley.
Step 3: Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar (or lemon juice), salt, and pepper.
Step 4: Combine and Serve
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all ingredients.
- Adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.
Step 5: Chill (Optional)
- For best flavor, let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes before serving.
Notes
Add a handful of fresh herbs like parsley or mint for brightness. For a heartier meal, toss in cooked quinoa or serve over mixed greens with a drizzle of lemon-tahini dressing!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keywords: Bell Pepper & Feta Chickpea Salad