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Chickpea Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Cucumber, Avocado, and Feta Recipe

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A fresh and vibrant Chickpea Salad featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, creamy avocado, and tangy feta cheese, tossed in a zesty lemon garlic dressing. Perfect for a quick, healthy, and satisfying meal or side dish, ready in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

Dressing

  • 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 Tbsp lemon juice (from 1 large lemon)
  • 1 garlic clove (pressed or minced)
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
  • 1/8 tsp black pepper

Salad

  • 1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 English cucumber (halved and sliced)
  • 15 oz chickpeas (or garbanzo beans, drained, rinsed)
  • 1/2 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 avocado (sliced)
  • 1/4 cup cilantro (chopped)
  • 4 oz feta cheese (diced)

Instructions

  1. Make the dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, pressed garlic clove, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined. Alternatively, place all dressing ingredients into a small mason jar, seal, and shake vigorously to emulsify.
  2. Prepare the salad base: In a large salad bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes, sliced English cucumber, drained and rinsed chickpeas, thinly sliced red onion, sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, and diced feta cheese.
  3. Toss the salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients. Use a gentle tossing motion with salad tongs or two large spoons to evenly coat all components without mashing the avocado. Adjust the amount of dressing to your taste if preferred.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor in the dressing.
  • Avocado should be added last and tossed gently to prevent browning and mashing.
  • This salad can be served immediately or refrigerated for up to 2 hours for flavors to meld.
  • Optional additions include a pinch of crushed red pepper for heat or a handful of chopped nuts for crunch.
  • For a vegan version, omit feta cheese or substitute with a plant-based cheese.

Find it online: https://lauracooks.com/chickpea-salad-with-cherry-tomatoes-cucumber-avocado-and-feta-recipe/