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Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad

A simple and delicious salad packed with flavor and nutrition, perfect for a quick lunch, side dish, or light snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Lunch, Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 1 can (15-ounce/425g) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 avocado, pitted and diced Use ripe avocados for best flavor
  • 4 ounces/115g feta cheese, crumbled
  • 1/2 cup/75g red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup/50g fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/4 cup/25g fresh mint, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
  • 3 tablespoons/45ml olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons/30ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon/2.5ml dried oregano
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint.
  2. In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss until everything is well coated.
  4. Serve immediately or chill for later.

Notes

This salad is great on its own or served with pita bread or crackers. You can also pair it with grilled chicken or fish for a balanced dinner. It makes a great side dish at parties or barbecues. If making in advance, prepare without avocado and add before serving.