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Chickpea Feta Avocado Salad


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  • Author: Chef Emma
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A vibrant and refreshing salad featuring chickpeas, avocado, and feta cheese, perfect for spring gatherings.


Ingredients

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  • 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
  • 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

  1. Combine the drained chickpeas, diced avocado, crumbled feta cheese, thinly sliced red onion, chopped parsley, and chopped mint in a large bowl. Give it a gentle stir and let the colors mingle.
  2. Whisk together the olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, and dried oregano in a small bowl or jar. Season with salt and pepper to taste. This dressing is where the magic happens!
  3. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients. Gently toss until everything is well coated, being careful not to mush the avocado.
  4. Serve immediately for a fresh burst of flavor, or chill in the fridge for a little while for the flavors to meld beautifully.

Notes

Add roasted almonds or sunflower seeds for crunch, or swap herbs to customize the flavor.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 350mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 16g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 10g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg