Description
A vibrant and refreshing Mediterranean Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad that combines creamy avocado, tangy feta, and hearty chickpeas with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. Perfect for a quick, nutritious, no-cook meal or side dish.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1 (15-ounce/425g) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, pitted and diced
- 4 ounces/115g feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup/75g red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup/50g fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/4 cup/25g fresh mint, chopped
Dressing
- 3 tablespoons/45ml olive oil
- 2 tablespoons/30ml lemon juice, freshly squeezed
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon/2.5ml dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Salad Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the drained chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint. Gently mix to combine the fresh components without mashing the avocado.
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Season the dressing with salt and pepper according to your taste preference, ensuring a balanced bright and savory flavor.
- Dress the Salad: Pour the prepared dressing over the salad ingredients. Toss gently but thoroughly until every ingredient is evenly coated with the flavorful dressing.
- Serve or Chill: Serve the salad immediately for the freshest flavor and texture, or chill it in the refrigerator for later consumption. Chilling enhances the melding of flavors without compromising texture.
Notes
- Avocado Tip: Toss diced avocado with lemon juice to prevent browning and keep it visually appealing.
- Herb Substitution: If fresh herbs are unavailable, substitute with dried herbs but reduce the quantity by half to avoid overpowering the salad.
