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Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Bowl

This Mediterranean Chickpea Salad Bowl is a colorful and nourishing dish, perfect for a light meal or as a side. Easy to prepare and full of flavor!

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 15.5 oz can chickpeas, drained
  • 1 cup cucumbers, diced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 3/4 cup parsley leaves, diced
  • 1/3 cup red onion, diced
  • 1/4 cup feta crumbles
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp agave (or sugar)
  • Salt to taste (about 1/2 tsp)
  • 1/2 cup quinoa, cooked (or more as needed)
  • 1/2 cup arugula (or more as needed)
  • 1 heaping spoonful roasted garlic hummus
  • 1 warm pita bread, cut into triangles

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, combine chickpeas, cucumbers, tomatoes, red onion, parsley, and feta. Mix gently.
  • In a jar or bowl, whisk together garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, red wine vinegar, oregano, agave, and salt.
  • Pour dressing over salad and toss until well coated.
  • Layer cooked quinoa in a bowl, add the salad on top, and finish with arugula, hummus, and pita on the side.

Notes

Consider adding chopped bell peppers or olives for extra texture.
Ensure chickpeas are well-drained to keep the salad crisp.
Adjust lemon juice and agave to taste for a personalized flavor.

  • Author: Martha
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 14
  • Saturated Fat: 3
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 45
  • Fiber: 10
  • Protein: 12
  • Cholesterol: 10