Description
A quick and refreshing Fresh Chopped Salad featuring protein-rich chickpeas, creamy avocado, tangy feta cheese, and crisp vegetables. This vibrant salad is tossed with a simple olive oil and lemon juice dressing, perfect for a light and healthy meal in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad Ingredients
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1 avocado, chopped
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, sliced
Dressing
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the drained and rinsed chickpeas, chopped avocado, crumbled feta cheese, halved cherry tomatoes, and sliced red onion, ensuring all components are evenly mixed.
- Add Dressing: Drizzle the salad mixture with olive oil and lemon juice, then season with salt and freshly ground pepper to enhance the flavors.
- Toss and Serve: Gently toss the salad to coat all ingredients with the dressing without mashing the avocado, then serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Notes
- For added crunch, sprinkle some toasted nuts or seeds such as pumpkin seeds or walnuts.
- You can substitute feta cheese with a vegan alternative to make the salad plant-based.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor in the dressing.
- This salad is best served fresh as avocado can brown if left too long.
- Add fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro for extra brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
