Description
Feta & Cranberry Chickpeas with Lemon Vinaigrette is a vibrant and nutritious salad that brings together hearty chickpeas, tangy feta cheese, and sweet dried cranberries, all dressed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this dish is quick to prepare and colorful enough to impress any guest. In just 10 minutes, you can create a delightful salad that not only tastes great but also delivers a boost of nutrients. Whether served as a light lunch or as a side dish, it’s bound to be a hit!
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 bowl, combine chickpeas, crumbled feta cheese, dried cranberries, chopped red onion, and fresh parsley.
- In a small bowl or jar, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey (or maple syrup), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the vinaigrette over the chickpea mixture and toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for about 15-20 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 10mg