Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette – The Best 10-Minute Zesty Salad
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette – The Best 10-Minute Zesty Salad is a vibrant and satisfying dish that’s perfect for busy days or casual gatherings. This refreshing salad features protein-packed chickpeas, creamy feta cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, all drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette that ties the flavors together beautifully. Ready in just 10 minutes, it’s an ideal meal prep option that stays fresh in the fridge for days. Whether you’re serving it as a quick lunch, a side at a potluck, or a refreshing accompaniment to grilled dishes, this salad is sure to impress with its delightful combination of textures and flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup red onion, finely chopped
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, feta cheese, cranberries, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until smooth.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss to coat. Chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving for best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 20mg