Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette – The Best 10-Minute Zesty Salad
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a fresh, vibrant salad that brings together hearty chickpeas, tangy lemon vinaigrette, and creamy feta for a delightful protein-rich meal. Perfect for quick lunches or festive gatherings, this dish offers zesty flavors and satisfying textures in just 10 minutes of prep time. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature for an unforgettable taste experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
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- 1 (15 oz) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup finely chopped red onion
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
- 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 mixing bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, crumbled feta, dried cranberries, red onion, and parsley. Toss gently to mix.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well emulsified.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss until all ingredients are coated.
- Chill for 15–20 minutes before serving to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 15mg