This Chopped Salad with Chickpeas, Feta, and Avocado is a refreshing and satisfying dish that combines creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and protein-packed chickpeas with a zesty lemon dressing. Perfect for a light lunch or as a colorful side dish.
Author:nadia
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:0 minutes
Total Time:15 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Salad, Side Dish
Method:No-Cook
Cuisine:Mediterranean
Diet:Vegetarian, Gluten-Free
Ingredients
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Salad:
1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1cup cucumber, diced
1/2cup red bell pepper, diced
1/4cup red onion, finely diced
1/2cup feta cheese, crumbled
1 large avocado, diced
3 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing:
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
Prepare Salad: In a large salad bowl, combine chickpeas, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, red onion, feta, avocado, and parsley.
Make Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
Toss and Serve: Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine. Avoid mashing the avocado. Serve immediately or chill for 30 minutes for flavors to meld.
Notes
For extra crunch, add chopped romaine lettuce or shredded cabbage.
This salad pairs well with grilled chicken or fish and makes a great make-ahead lunch—just add the avocado right before serving.