Fresh chickpeas, herbs, and crisp veggies create a tangy, vibrant Mediterranean summer dish.
# What You'll Need:
→ Salad
01 - 2 cups canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
02 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 cup cucumber, diced
04 - 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
05 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
06 - 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
07 - 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled (optional, omit for vegan)
→ Lemon Herb Dressing
08 - 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
09 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
11 - 1 clove garlic, minced
12 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
# How-To Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, gently mix chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, parsley, and mint until evenly distributed.
02 - In a small bowl or jar, vigorously whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
03 - Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients and toss thoroughly to coat all components.
04 - If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese evenly over the salad just before serving.
05 - Optional: Refrigerate the salad for 10 minutes for enhanced flavor, then serve cold.
