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Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad

Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad: Fresh Flavor in Minutes

Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad is a quick and healthy dish packed with flavors and nutrients.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 can chickpeas drained and rinsed
  • 1 ripe avocado diced
  • 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese choose good-quality
  • 0.25 cup red onion thinly sliced
For the Fresh Touch
  • 1 handful fresh parsley chopped
  • 1 handful fresh mint chopped
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil for better flavor
  • 1 lemon juice of freshly squeezed
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano adjust amount based on preference
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • colander
  • spatula
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Drain and rinse 1 can of chickpeas under cold water for about 1 minute, then let drain in a colander.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, 1 diced avocado, 0.5 cup of crumbled feta cheese, and 0.25 cup of thinly sliced red onion. Add chopped parsley and mint. Toss gently.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together 0.25 cup of olive oil, the juice of 1 lemon, 1 minced garlic clove, and 1 teaspoon of oregano. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Drizzle the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to coat.
  5. Serve immediately or let chill for 15-30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 10gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Toss diced avocado with a bit of lemon juice to prevent browning. Use a gentle hand when mixing to keep the avocado intact.

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