Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette
Indulge in the refreshing flavors of Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette, a vibrant salad that’s as delightful to the palate as it is visually appealing. This easy-to-make dish combines protein-packed chickpeas with the sweetness of dried cranberries and creamy feta cheese, all drizzled with a zesty lemon vinaigrette that ties it all together. Perfect for meal prep or as a side at family gatherings, this salad offers a light yet satisfying option for any occasion. The bright colors and flavors will leave your guests raving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained & 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 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, red onion, and parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and pepper to create the vinaigrette.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients and toss until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or chill for 15-20 minutes to enhance flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 231
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg