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LOADED Chickpea Cucumber Salad with Feta & Tomatoes

This refreshing and vibrant salad is a delightful mix of flavors and textures. With hearty chickpeas, crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, salty feta, and fresh herbs, it's a nutritional powerhouse that's easy to make and perfect for lunch, a side dish, or a snack.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 275
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 English cucumber, diced
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/4 red onion, finely chopped
  • 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • Cold water for soaking red onion

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Colander
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Paper towels

Method
 

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas thoroughly under cold water. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. Dice the cucumber and halve the cherry tomatoes. Finely chop the red onion and soak it in cold water for 10 minutes to mellow the flavor. Drain the red onion well.
  3. Roughly chop the fresh parsley, dill, and mint.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
  5. In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, cucumber, tomatoes, red onion, and chopped herbs.
  6. Gently toss the ingredients together to combine.
  7. Crumble the feta cheese over the salad.
  8. Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat, being careful not to overdress.
  9. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Notes

Soaking the red onion in cold water is crucial for reducing its sharpness. Use fresh herbs for the best flavor. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed before serving. The salad can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For optimal freshness, add the feta just before serving if storing for more than a day. Variations include adding grilled chicken, shrimp, or tofu for extra protein; red pepper flakes or hot sauce for spice; or toasted nuts or seeds for crunch.