Description
A fresh and protein-packed Mediterranean-inspired salad featuring creamy avocado, salty feta cheese, and hearty chickpeas tossed with crisp cucumber and a light lemon-olive oil dressing. Perfect as a nutritious, no-cook meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, diced
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1 cucumber, chopped
- 1 tbsp chopped parsley
Dressing
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine Base Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the drained and rinsed chickpeas, chopped cucumber, and diced avocado, gently mixing them together to maintain avocado texture.
- Add Feta Cheese: Sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the salad and carefully fold it into the mixture to distribute evenly without mashing.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the olive oil and fresh lemon juice over the combined ingredients to add moisture and brightness.
- Season: Season the salad with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste, adjusting based on your preference and feta saltiness.
- Toss and Garnish: Lightly toss all the ingredients to combine flavors. Garnish with the chopped parsley for freshness and visual appeal.
- Serve Immediately: Serve the salad right away to enjoy the avocado at its freshest and prevent browning.
Notes
- Add cherry tomatoes for additional color and flavor.
- Best eaten fresh due to the avocado’s tendency to brown.
- Ideal as a light lunch or a refreshing side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
