Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad
A delicious and nutritious salad combining chickpeas, avocado, feta cheese, and fresh herbs, perfect as a light meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 15-ounce can chickpeas, drained and rinsed Canned chickpeas work well for this recipe.
- 1 medium avocado, pitted and diced Choose ripe avocados for the best flavor.
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled Adjust the amount based on preference.
- 1/2 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint.
- 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.
- Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss until everything is well coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for later.
Notes
Serve this salad as a light meal or side dish. It pairs well with grilled chicken or fish and can be added to wraps or enjoyed fresh. For added flavor, sprinkle extra herbs on top.