Description
This Feta and Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a light, refreshing, and flavor-packed salad perfect for any occasion. Creamy feta, sweet dried cranberries, and protein-rich chickpeas are tossed in a bright and zesty lemon vinaigrette. It’s quick to make, requires no cooking, and is perfect as a side dish, light meal, or meal prep option.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Salad:
- 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
- 2 tbsp toasted almonds or walnuts (optional)
For the Lemon Vinaigrette:
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the salad base – In a large mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, feta cheese, dried cranberries, red onion, parsley, and toasted nuts (if using).
- Make the vinaigrette – In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, honey (or maple syrup), Dijon mustard, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Combine and toss – Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss gently until everything is well coated.
- Let it rest – Allow the salad to sit for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
- Serve and enjoy – Enjoy chilled or at room temperature as a light meal, side dish, or in a wrap!
Notes
- Make it vegan – Simply omit the feta or swap it for a dairy-free alternative.
- More crunch? Add extra toasted nuts or sprinkle in some pumpkin seeds.
- Meal prep friendly – Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Extra protein – Mix in grilled chicken, quinoa, or even some cooked farro for a more filling meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: ~220 kcal
- Sugar: ~7g
- Sodium: ~350mg
- Fat: ~12g
- Saturated Fat: ~4g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: ~22g
- Fiber: ~5g
- Protein: ~7g
- Cholesterol: ~15mg