Chickpea Beet Feta Salad
A vibrant, healthy salad featuring chickpeas, beets, and feta that comes together in less than 30 minutes, perfect for quick meals and packed with protein.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed High protein and filling.
- 2 medium cooked beets, diced Adds sweetness and vibrant color.
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled Choose a good quality feta for best flavor.
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped Adjust amount to reduce sharpness.
- 1/4 cup parsley, chopped Can substitute with cilantro.
- 2 tablespoons olive oil Extra virgin preferred.
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice Fresh juice enhances flavor.
- 1 clove garlic, minced Adds a savory kick.
- to taste salt and pepper Essential for flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Rinse the chickpeas under cold water until clean.
- Peel and dice the boiled beets.
- In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, diced beets, crumbled feta, red onion, and parsley.
Dressing
- In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently.
Serving
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve immediately or refrigerate for a couple of hours.
Notes
Chill ingredients for better crunch. The salad gets tastier after a day in the fridge.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 400mgFiber: 5gSugar: 3g
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