Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and refreshing salad that perfectly balances savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. With protein-packed chickpeas, creamy feta cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, this dish is not just beautiful to look at but also incredibly delicious. It’s quick to prepare—ready in just 10 minutes—making it perfect for busy weeknights or as a delightful side for gatherings. Plus, it’s versatile enough to be enjoyed on its own or as part of a larger meal. This colorful salad is sure to please everyone at your table!
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 mixing bowl, combine the chickpeas, feta cheese, cranberries, red onion, and parsley. Gently mix to combine.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for 15–20 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 10mg