Description

Discover the delightful Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette – The Best 10-Minute Zesty Salad! This vibrant dish is an ideal choice for a quick lunch, an easy side for dinner, or a standout at your next gathering. Featuring hearty chickpeas, tangy feta cheese, sweet dried cranberries, and a refreshing lemon vinaigrette, this salad is not only protein-rich but also packed with flavor and texture. Enjoy it chilled or at room temperature—either way, it promises to satisfy your cravings effortlessly. Perfect for meal prep or as a no-cook option, this salad will become a staple in your healthy eating repertoire.

Ingredients

Scale

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
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
Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the drained chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped red onion, and parsley. Gently toss to mix.
In a separate small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Pour the vinaigrette over the salad mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all ingredients evenly. For best flavor infusion, chill in the refrigerator for 15–20 minutes before serving.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: No-cook
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 295
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 11g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 31g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 10g
Cholesterol: 12mg

Keywords: Use fresh parsley and high-quality feta for enhanced flavor. Feel free to add nuts like walnuts or almonds for extra crunch. Customize sweetness by adjusting honey or maple syrup based on personal preference.